Publisher Strives to Feed People Spiritually and Physically

AZTEC, N.M. - June 3, 2015 - PRLog -- Pelican Book Group, the publisher that gave readers more than 16,000 free e-books to mark the Lenten season, will donate to Food for the Poor® proceeds from the sale of Wendy Davy’s Summer’s Flame. In advance of its August 2015 launch, Summer’s Flame is already available for pre-order at http://pelicanbookgroup.com/summersflame.

Pelican’s editor-in-chief, Nicola Martinez, said, “Long before I was prompted to do our recent Lenten giveaway, I had this idea to publish a book where all the proceeds went to a charity. All our books fulfill a spiritual purpose, but I wanted to bring that spiritual blessing into the physical world in a tangible way. The idea for the ‘charity book’ was born, and so I approached the talented and lovely Wendy Davy to see if she would be interested in writing the novel.”

Martinez and Davy chose Food for the Poor® because of its demonstrated ability to do so much with what it receives, including building houses, feeding people, educating children, and providing sustainable clean water. Martinez said, “I first learned about the organization when a Food for the Poor® representative visited our church, and I've been impressed ever since.

“For over five years, Pelican Book Group has striven to feed people spiritually through the medium of storytelling; now we strive to help feed people physically, as well. I'm honored to do that by supporting an organization that has already helped millions. My hope is that people will join us in that effort by purchasing a copy of Summer's Flame.”

In Summer’s Flame, an inspirational Christian romance, firefighter Aiden Hawk has found his calling—giving back to the community that helped raise him—but deep down he longs for more. When Summer Cassel comes into his life, she ignites a spark of hope and he dares to dream of a family to call his own. But, each time he nears her, his nerves kick in and a shy streak takes hold.

When Aiden moves in next door, Summer is determined to give him a proper welcome. After all, the handsome man has kindled a flame she can't seem to resist. But, she doesn't take risks, especially those involving her heart, so when she discovers there is more to her bashful neighbor than meets the eye, Summer must make the ultimate decision. Will she be bound by fear or freed by faith?

Author, Wendy Davy said, “In my heart I know God prepared me to write this book, stepped me through the process, and guided me the entire way through. I am honored and blessed to be a part of this endeavor. I pray God uses Summer's Flame to bless many lives and that he multiplies the proceeds from this book to benefit Food for the Poor® in ways beyond my wildest imagination.”

Food for the Poor® provides food, housing, health care, education, water, emergency relief, and micro-enterprise assistance, and maintains administrative costs under 5%. Pelican Book Group can be confident that its donation will actually support relief projects. To learn more about Food for the Poor®, visit www.foodforthepoor.org.

Wendy Davy is an award-winning inspirational romance author who enjoys outdoor activities and small town charm. In her books, she transports readers to special places close to her heart. No matter where her characters come from or where they end up, it is always an exciting journey, page after page. Davy enjoys traveling and searching for new places to include in her stories. Learn more at www.wendydavy.com

Pelican Book Group is an innovative producer of Christ-centered fiction and is the first publisher to dedicate an entire new-adult romance imprint to promoting sexual purity. Headquartered in the Four Corners area of the United States, Pelican Book Group serves a global audience under its White Rose Publishing, Harbourlight Books, Watershed Books, and Pure Amore imprints. Founded in 2009, Pelican Book Group publishes numerous critically-acclaimed titles by myriad award-winning authors from around the globe. In the company’s innovative spirit, Pelican Book Group is among the first to provide subscription-based e-books to the Christian marketplace. You can find more information at pelicanbookgroup.com.