Christian author Betty Johansen’s latest fictionalized release centers on a youth-focused retelling of the biblical story of Ruth.

-- Christian author Betty Johansen has released "Ruth: Finding My True Love," a retelling of the biblical story of Ruth. The narrative unfolds in first person, giving young readers direct access to Ruth's thoughts and experiences. While staying true to the biblical account, Johansen has incorporated additional details to create a flowing, coherent story that feels authentic to the character.
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The book stems from a cassette tape Johansen created years ago for her niece, who listened to the stories of Ruth and Esther so frequently that the tape eventually wore out. This enthusiastic reception prompted Johansen to adapt the concept into a book for young readers.
"Ruth: Finding My True Love" comes in two formats: an illustrated ebook and an audiobook, allowing readers to choose their preferred way to experience the story. The author says, "I decided that if my niece found the story entertaining enough to listen to it repeatedly, maybe other girls would enjoy it too,"
Johansen's approach to biblical storytelling focuses on maintaining the core narrative while adding contextual details that help modern young readers connect with ancient stories. By presenting Ruth's story through a first-person perspective, she creates an immersive reading experience that brings biblical history to life for contemporary audiences.
Beyond her fictionalized writing for young readers and adults, Johansen has authored "The Bible in Brief: A Historical Summary of God's Story from the Beginning to the End of Time," which offers readers a concise overview of Scripture and is targeted towards older Christians.
About Author Betty Johansen
A West Texas native, Johansen discovered her passion for teaching later in life, becoming a science teacher at age 50 after completing an alternative certification program. Her background in education informs her writing style, which balances historical accuracy with age-appropriate storytelling techniques.
Johansen is currently developing a similar retelling of the biblical story of Esther, continuing her work of making biblical narratives accessible to young readers through character-centered storytelling. This upcoming project will follow the same format and approach as her Ruth retelling.
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