Denise Montgomery – Teacher and Author

denise_montgomer_dallas_author_theblessing_and_setupI had the pleasure to get to know Denise Montgomery at a Meetup in Irving for authors and speakers. She’s a dedicated school teacher who loves to work with young kids.

Denise is an elder at The Potter’s House Church in Dallas.  She is also part of MegaCare Missions, the humanitarian arm of the church.  It’s mission is

To influence the next generation by supporting and initiating sustainable community development efforts through education, health care assistance, humanitarian service and empowerment.

In 2004, Denise was inspired to found Harvest of Blessing Ministries. The ministry is active in the community and provides food, clothing, and financial help to the needy. The ministry is also active in service to the members of Tent City (temporary housing for the homeless under numerous bridges in Dallas.)

Denise has years of experience helping women whose voice has been silenced through domestic violence and sexual abuse.  A portion of the proceeds from the sale of her novel, “The Blessings” is used as donations to local women’s shelters.

Denise has written several novels to help young women with the issues the are facing, and show them that a victorious positive life is available.

Book: “The Blessing”

This book is about a girl named Emily Holmes who grew up with a tough life in Arkansas.  She left home at the age of 16 and heads to Arizona, desperate for someone to hold onto, for anyone that can fill the void in her life. Then she meets a young man. The happiness she has longed for is finally within her reach, until one day the young man is forced to go back to Arkansas, the place from where Emily had escaped. She has to come to terms with the demons she left behind.

Book: “The Setup”

A young lady, turning 22 is from a river basin town in Mississippi.  Marie is ready for excitement. Marie and her best friend, Cathy decide to celebrate her birthday with a night out on the town.  Marie meets the man of her dreams. James is a idea man she has been looking for, but soon she learn that he also has a dark side.  Marie will have to learn to deal with his outrageous demands, or suffer the consequences.

Denise’s website is: https://denisemontgomery.org.