Mueller Sisters: Joan & Lisa

When we began writing in 2021, we set out to share our family’s immigration story—documenting their struggles, faith, and perseverance as they settled in a new country. Our main intention was to leave our children and grandchildren a meaningful legacy. As our writing progressed, we received many accolades and positive reviews from our readers. Our first novel, Katy: The Little Rose from Ukraine, earned us a nomination for the Prairie Pasque Award from the SD Library Associati

As Thanksgiving approaches, we would like to take a moment to thank the family members and friends who have been instrumental in our writing journey. We do not walk this writing pilgrimage alone; many individuals, both past and present, have helped us get to where we are today. First off, our novels would never have become a reality if our parents had not instilled in us a love of reading and history. Our mother, an avid reader herself, always made sure our house was full of

When we first began exploring our family history, we were struck by the depth and interest of the stories passed down through...