What Jan's readers and audiences are saying...

“I picked your books up and could not put them down. They were just exactly what I needed. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your writing. When will there be a next book?” (June 2, 2007)

“I first read Common People, Uncommon Lives, which was fabulous. This morning I finished From My Perspective. I agree with you and share many of your ideals and of course, love for barns… I have a sister who loves to read and have shared your books with her…” (May 25, 2007)

“If we cannot be passionate about many things in our lives, then we would be poor in so many ways. My life is much richer with you and your books..” (April 8, 2007)

"...Each time I read one of your articles I am reminded of what is real in my life, things that impact me and my family every day. She usually educates us on something that we can be a part of if we choose to...Jan provides columns with balance... Thanks to her!"
S. Gehrman, Battle Creek

"On behalf of the Women-to-Women Network, sincere appreciation...everyone enjoyed your stories, jokes, and vignettes. You are indeed, a local treasure."
K. Murray, co-founder

"Your handsome books have arrived. I was going to just dip into Perspectives when I opened the package, but found it is like peanuts, you can't stop at just one! It's a treasure chest!"
E. Sherrill, author, Chappaqua, New York

"For years I have admired your writing and even have a folder with your newspaper columns I have collected. I especially enjoy your writing about old barns. I have bought your books and really enjoy them."
J. Hiemstra, Battle Creek

"Thanks for your sincerity in sharing your experiences and insights into human nature during your presentation. It was nice to have your perspective from a 'non-educator' viewpoint."

"You have a great grasp on what being a teacher is like!"

"You made everyone laugh and feel better about themselves. I enjoyed meeting and listening to you."

"I am always looking for books with the local flavor and insight by regional authors... very rare indeed to also find such quality writing. Indeed you have the craft. There is the natural ability, the education, the patience, the need, the will, the drive, all the things necessary to produce a fine writer evident in your work." From My Perspective should be syndicated for wider audiences. Common People Uncommon Lives is a breakaway piece that shows your real talent. There has to be more books. I am waiting!"
Tennessee

I read a chapter at a time with a flashlight under the bedcovers. I am not sure which is my favorite!
Ann Arbor, MI.

"I wanted you to know how much I enjoy Jan Corey Arnett's articles and essays. The one (in the Battle Creek Enquirer) on Christmas Day (2005) was especially meaningful and insightful. Please give us more of this writer. She is a talented writer with a real gift.",
L. McClure White, Albion, MI

"Your presentation was just out-of-this-world. You held us in the palm of your hand the whole time!"
Gloria Schaefer, Professional communicator

"Your passion for barns and saving the land just shows all over you and in every word you speak. I am going home determined to make a difference too."

"These books are phenomenal. I just love 'em."
Grosse Pointe, MI

"I have read both your books and like them so much... Your people seem to come alive as their stories as told and I feel as if I know them. I hope you will consider an audio version of your books as your writing style would work wonderfully on tape... it would open up a whole new audience to your awesome stories."
Marshall, MI

"...thank you for your inspiration! I am a stay-at-home mom... reading your book I found myself stepping out of my life and realizing just how precious my kids are and the fact that I can be home with them at this stage in their lives... I am looking forward to reading more of your work."
Allegan, MI

"We have speakers who are entertaining and speakers who are informative. But you were both entertaining and informative. "
Kalamazoo, MI

"There is something about you.... a kind of joy that just seems to sparkle when you speak. You made us all feel so good."
Kellogg retiree, Battle Creek

"I'm really not much of a reader. Just ask my wife. But I loved your books. When will you write another?"

Your books are perfect for a health care setting. You can read a little or a lot, faith is there for each person to find his own way, and the stories leave you feeling good. Perfect!
chaplain, BCHS, Battle Creek

"One of the things I learned in reading your work is that we all face tough times and we can all endure if we choose. Besides that, you and the people you wrote about showed me how to stand up for what I believe."

"...what I love about your book, Common People, is the humanity it reveals. The universal and noble truths that simultaneously define the individual and reflect our human nature."
Los Angeles, CA

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