Anya specializes in Christian non-fiction, offering her expertise as a writer, editor, and proofreader. She is the visionary behind the Torn Curtain Collective and Torn Curtain Publishing Services, demonstrating a deep commitment to this genre. Anya is also the author and global presenter of "The Story of the Daughter of Zion," a retreat experience crafted specifically for women. Her work delves into profound spiritual narratives, aiming to inspire and enlighten readers on their faith journeys.
The narrative explores the challenges and joys faced by Jeff and Anya as they navigate life in Turkey with their four young children. Anya shares her insights into the cultural complexities and emotional highs and lows of being a foreign family in a vibrant, yet unfamiliar, environment. Through vivid storytelling, the book captures the essence of adaptation, discovery, and the unique privilege of experiencing a different culture.
What does a woman do when she's on the other side of the world and she's falling apart? When she knows she's a hopeless mess and she can't stop damaging the very people she loves the most? It was Ramadan in Turkey and Anya decided, in desperation, to seek God along with the locals, for an entire month. 'Feels Like I'm Breathing' is the intimate journal of a woman who wrote down every word she said to God, every word He said back, and how she came to experience, for the first time in her life, the wholeness and freedom she'd never thought possible.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of a theater performance, the narrative captures the magic and allure of live acting as the audience is captivated by the skilled performers. Amidst the excitement, the story also focuses on the usher, a seemingly overlooked character who has witnessed countless shows. As the plot unfolds, it explores themes of perception, the behind-the-scenes world of theater, and the impact of storytelling on both performers and spectators alike.