Patrick E. Craig

Patrick E. Craig is an award-winning, Amazon bestselling author with twenty-two published books spanning multiple genres, including Amish fiction, historical novels, westerns, and young adult paranormal stories. His notable works include the Apple Creek Dreams series - "A Quilt For Jenna," "The Road Home," and "Jenny's Choice" - all of which have consistently appeared on Amazon's bestseller lists for Amish and Mennonite fiction. He also penned the Paradise Chronicles series, featuring "The Amish Heiress," "The Amish Princess," and "The Mennonite Queen," as well as the award-winning Islands series, co-authored with Murray Pura. His latest project, The Porch Swing Mysteries, includes titles such as "The Quilt That Knew" and "The Boy in Blue Denim."

Before dedicating himself to fiction writing, Craig had a multifaceted career as a musician, pastor, and journalist. He began his writing journey editing high school and college newspapers, winning a national editorial contest sponsored by the Wall Street Journal in 1964 for his piece on President Kennedy's death. After a successful music career performing with artists like Van Morrison and recording with Warner Brothers, he transitioned to pastoral work before retiring in 2007 to focus on writing. His diverse background informs his storytelling, which often blends historical depth with compelling narratives.

Craig's literary achievements include six Chanticleer International Book Awards, a Selah Award, and a Word Guild of Canada Award. His work has been published by Harvest House Publishers, P&J Publishing, and Elk Lake Publishing, with "The Amish Heiress" recently featured in Harlequin's Walmart Amish promotion series. Currently residing in Idaho with his wife, Judy, Craig continues to produce two to three books annually, solidifying his reputation as a prolific and versatile author.