"If you are looking for exceptional quality, life-changing material
worthy of your great dignity, you will find it here."
worthy of your great dignity, you will find it here."
Our Award-Winning Catholic Publishing Team
___________________________________________________________________ Michele Bondi Bottesi ~ Award-Winning Publisher, Author, Photographer
© Kathy Rizzo
Michele Bondi Bottesi, M.A., is a
mother of three, award-winning Catholic author, psychologist, publisher
at Joseph Karl Publishing, and producer at Apostolate Films.
Joseph Karl Publishing and its film division, Apostolate Films, were founded in 2009 to encourage, inspire, and continue the faith formation of the more than one billion Catholics worldwide, and to lead souls to Christ. In the past two years, JKP has been honored with 24 national and international awards for its work, which adheres to Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church.
Michele is joyfully pro-life and a member of the Independent Book Publishers Association, the Catholic Press Association, the Catholic Writers Guild, the American Author's Association, and has been a member of the Couple to Couple League for 22 years.
Michele's five books have all been awarded the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval. She also writes freelance articles; published articles include Alma Mater ~ Music From the Vatican, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: Servant of All DVD, and St. Giuseppe Moscati, 'The Holy Physician of Naples.
Life-changing books in development for 2011 include Michele's sixth book, God Moments II: Recognizing the Fruits of the Holy Spirit, A New Voice for a Broken Soul by Paul A. Ray, and God Moments III: True Love Leads to Life.
Joseph Karl Publishing continues its mission into its third year by spearheading the new pro-life movement True Love Leads to Life, an unprecedented, global, and peaceful mission of love led by Jesus Christ, whose purpose is to encourage greater sanctity on an individual level while combining our efforts to finally bring an end to legalized abortion and euthanasia, and to promote post-abortion healing for those in need. People of all faiths are invited and encouraged to join the cause. The official brochure will be available for downloading and sharing fall 2011. www.trueloveleadstolife.blogspot.com
More life-changing material is in development for 2012 and beyond in collaboration with our award-winning publishing partner Nancy Carabio Belanger at Harvey House Publishing (www.littleflowerbook.com). We work in collaboration with other Catholic companies and organizations and together, are able to accomplish more for the greater honor and glory of the Blessed Trinity and for the salvation of precious souls.
Looking for exceptional quality, life-changing material worthy of your great dignity? You will find it here.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Joseph Karl Publishing and its film division, Apostolate Films, were founded in 2009 to encourage, inspire, and continue the faith formation of the more than one billion Catholics worldwide, and to lead souls to Christ. In the past two years, JKP has been honored with 24 national and international awards for its work, which adheres to Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church.
Michele is joyfully pro-life and a member of the Independent Book Publishers Association, the Catholic Press Association, the Catholic Writers Guild, the American Author's Association, and has been a member of the Couple to Couple League for 22 years.
Michele's five books have all been awarded the Catholic Writers Guild Seal of Approval. She also writes freelance articles; published articles include Alma Mater ~ Music From the Vatican, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: Servant of All DVD, and St. Giuseppe Moscati, 'The Holy Physician of Naples.
Life-changing books in development for 2011 include Michele's sixth book, God Moments II: Recognizing the Fruits of the Holy Spirit, A New Voice for a Broken Soul by Paul A. Ray, and God Moments III: True Love Leads to Life.
Joseph Karl Publishing continues its mission into its third year by spearheading the new pro-life movement True Love Leads to Life, an unprecedented, global, and peaceful mission of love led by Jesus Christ, whose purpose is to encourage greater sanctity on an individual level while combining our efforts to finally bring an end to legalized abortion and euthanasia, and to promote post-abortion healing for those in need. People of all faiths are invited and encouraged to join the cause. The official brochure will be available for downloading and sharing fall 2011. www.trueloveleadstolife.blogspot.com
More life-changing material is in development for 2012 and beyond in collaboration with our award-winning publishing partner Nancy Carabio Belanger at Harvey House Publishing (www.littleflowerbook.com). We work in collaboration with other Catholic companies and organizations and together, are able to accomplish more for the greater honor and glory of the Blessed Trinity and for the salvation of precious souls.
Looking for exceptional quality, life-changing material worthy of your great dignity? You will find it here.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nancy Carabio Belanger ~ Award-Winning Publishing Partner, Author, Consultant, Copy Editor
©Kathy Rizzo
Nancy Carabio Belanger is a publisher at Harvey House Publishing and an award-winning author of the
Catholic novels for 'tweens, Olivia and the Little Way, which was honored with a 2009 Catholic Press Association of
the United States and Canada Book Award for excellence in children’s books, and Olivia's Gift, winner of three 2011 Royal Dragonfly Book Awards and a 2011 Catholic Press Association Book Award. Both books have been integrated into the curriculum of schools nationwide.
Nancy founded Harvey House Publishing in 2008 to provide Catholic 'tween readers with books that celebrate our Catholic faith, modesty, and a wholesome childhood. Nancy is a publishing consultant, copy editor, and all-around invaluable member of Joseph Karl Publishing's team who has helped bring every one of our award-winning titles to fruition. Her website is www.littleflowerbook.com.
Nancy is a member of the board of directors of True Love Leads to Life and is also a member of the Independent Book Publisher's Association, Catholic Press Association, Catholic Writers Guild, and the American Authors Association. She is a columnist for www.catholicmom.com, and writes a blog that attracts international attention: nancybelanger.blogspot.com. Nancy enjoys speaking at Catholic schools and to homeschooling groups about St. Therese and how she inspires her to write.
____________________________________________________________________________
Susan Schoenstein ~ Editor, Marian Catechist
Susan Schoenstein is a wife, mother, grandmother, nurse, Marian
Catechist, missionary, and Catechism teacher. She worked closely with Servant of God, Fr. John A. Hardon, S.J., for almost ten years as
his private secretary and as an editor. Susan is a vital colleague at
Joseph Karl Publishing and her contributions have been invaluable, selfless, and immeasurable. Her extensive copy editing has ensured that all our work conforms with Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the
Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church. Susan is also a member of the board of True Love Leads to Life along with her husband Ronald.
____________________________________________________________________________
Paul A. Ray ~ Author, Speaker, Creative Director, Editor
Paul A. Ray was instantly healed of an addiction to alcohol by Jesus Christ on June 9, 2002 in a Pentecostal community, and has since that moment been led to the fullness of the Christian faith found only in the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
Paul is a gifted writer, passionate public speaker, editor, and vital member of JKP's publishing team. As creative director, Paul has delighted us by bringing depth, creativity, and artistry to books, articles, photography, press releases, and films. He is a member of the Catholic Press Association, Catholic Writers Guild, and Board of Directors of True Love Leads to Life. His life-changing book, A New Voice for a Broken Soul, which contains the inspiring stories of his miraculous deliverance from alcohol addiction to his journey into the Catholic faith, will be completed soon. Paul also writes freelance articles and has taught high school catechism at his parish.
Visit his blog, Tongues as of Fire! at: http://www.tonguesasoffire.blogspot.com.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Roseann Nieman ~ State-of-the-Art Graphic Design
Roseann Nieman is an award-winning freelance graphic designer
in Rochester Hills, Michigan who has had a lifelong passion for art. She worked in the automotive industry for almost 20 years, has extensive experience in and exceptional skill for print work and logo design,
and excels at website design. "Every project is
treated as if it were my own business, giving careful thought to each
detail; resulting in design that is eye-catching, attention-getting
and is of the highest quality."
Roseann is lovingly devoted to her husband Gary and two children, Bethanie and Patrick. She is the creative genius behind Joseph Karl Publishing's graphic design and book covers from 2009-2011, and currently serves as our graphic design consultant. Roseann's exceptional design portfolio can be viewed at: www.niemanartgraphics.com.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Gene X. Kortsha ~Award-Winning Author, Speaker
©Kathy Rizzo
Alice Mercado ~ Book Cover and Content Consultant
Alice is an invaluable colleague who consults with us on book cover design, blog posting content, and book content. Alice was instrumental in the design cover concept for the award-winning book Our Treasure.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Erin Sims Howarth ~ Award-Winning Book Packaging, Layout, and Design; Copy Editor
Erin is responsible for the exceptional quality of our books. She is a stellar book packager who is gifted in book layout and design, and is also a copy-editor. Her extensive knowledge of book publishing has been key to our success, and we are very grateful to Erin for being a vital part of our mission.
DDM Publications
(734) 433-1595
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nicholas J. Bottesi ~ Award-Winning Author, Photographer, Editor of Our Treasure
©Kathy Rizzo
Nancy founded Harvey House Publishing in 2008 to provide Catholic 'tween readers with books that celebrate our Catholic faith, modesty, and a wholesome childhood. Nancy is a publishing consultant, copy editor, and all-around invaluable member of Joseph Karl Publishing's team who has helped bring every one of our award-winning titles to fruition. Her website is www.littleflowerbook.com.
Nancy is a member of the board of directors of True Love Leads to Life and is also a member of the Independent Book Publisher's Association, Catholic Press Association, Catholic Writers Guild, and the American Authors Association. She is a columnist for www.catholicmom.com, and writes a blog that attracts international attention: nancybelanger.blogspot.com. Nancy enjoys speaking at Catholic schools and to homeschooling groups about St. Therese and how she inspires her to write.
____________________________________________________________________________
Susan Schoenstein ~ Editor, Marian Catechist
____________________________________________________________________________
Paul A. Ray ~ Author, Speaker, Creative Director, Editor
Paul A. Ray was instantly healed of an addiction to alcohol by Jesus Christ on June 9, 2002 in a Pentecostal community, and has since that moment been led to the fullness of the Christian faith found only in the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
Paul is a gifted writer, passionate public speaker, editor, and vital member of JKP's publishing team. As creative director, Paul has delighted us by bringing depth, creativity, and artistry to books, articles, photography, press releases, and films. He is a member of the Catholic Press Association, Catholic Writers Guild, and Board of Directors of True Love Leads to Life. His life-changing book, A New Voice for a Broken Soul, which contains the inspiring stories of his miraculous deliverance from alcohol addiction to his journey into the Catholic faith, will be completed soon. Paul also writes freelance articles and has taught high school catechism at his parish.
Visit his blog, Tongues as of Fire! at: http://www.tonguesasoffire.blogspot.com.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Roseann Nieman ~ State-of-the-Art Graphic Design
Roseann is lovingly devoted to her husband Gary and two children, Bethanie and Patrick. She is the creative genius behind Joseph Karl Publishing's graphic design and book covers from 2009-2011, and currently serves as our graphic design consultant. Roseann's exceptional design portfolio can be viewed at: www.niemanartgraphics.com.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Gene X. Kortsha ~Award-Winning Author, Speaker
Gene X. Kortsha, M.S., arrived
in the United States in 1955 and became an American citizen in 1961. He
earned a B.A. in Chemistry and an M.S. in Industrial Hygiene and Health
Sciences from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Gene worked
for General Motors for 29 years, serving the last 13 as corporate
director of Industrial Hygiene. He was elected secretary and
subsequently president of the American Industrial Hygiene Association.
He also served the profession as president of the American Academy of
Industrial Hygiene. Gene is an Adjunct Professor at Wayne State
University. He and his wife, Margaret, have three children and eight grandchildren.
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Alice is an invaluable colleague who consults with us on book cover design, blog posting content, and book content. Alice was instrumental in the design cover concept for the award-winning book Our Treasure.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Erin Sims Howarth ~ Award-Winning Book Packaging, Layout, and Design; Copy Editor
Erin is responsible for the exceptional quality of our books. She is a stellar book packager who is gifted in book layout and design, and is also a copy-editor. Her extensive knowledge of book publishing has been key to our success, and we are very grateful to Erin for being a vital part of our mission.
DDM Publications
(734) 433-1595
____________________________________________________
JKP's Youth Division
____________________________________________________
Andre J. Bottesi ~ Award-winning author, photographer, editor of Our Treasure
Andre Bottesi is the award-winning author of Your Teen Apostolate: Accepting and Sharing the Love of God which was named Best Children's Book and Best Family Life Book in the 2010 Catholic Press Association Book Awards. He was also a significant contributor to Our Treasure, winner of nine 2011 book awards. Andre is a junior at Rochester High School and a member of the American Author's Association. He is also a producer at Apostolate Films, and enjoys basketball, skateboarding, traveling, making films, drawing, creating comics, collectible card games, and
his ferrets Cupcake and Lily. Andre is an altar boy at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Slovak Catholic Church in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
Nicholas J. Bottesi ~ Award-Winning Author, Photographer, Editor of Our Treasure
Nick Bottesi is the award-winning author of Your Preteen Apostolate: Accepting and Sharing the Love of God which was named Best Children's Book and Best Family Life Book in the 2010 Catholic Press Association Book Awards. Nick is also an editor, and helped create Our Treasure, which was honored with nine 2011 book awards. He is in ninth grade at Rochester High School in Rochester Hills, Michigan and is a member of the American Author's Association. Nick enjoys collectible card games, video games, cooking, skateboarding, drawing, and spending time with his pet ferrets Lily and Cupcake. Nick is an altar boy at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Slovak Catholic Church in Sterling Heights, Michigan.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Alyssa Bottesi is in seventh grade at West Middle School. She edited and helped create the storyboard for the award-winning book Our Treasure. She enjoys tea parties, skateboarding, reading, watching movies, drawing, playing games, going to the library, and playing with her brothers' ferrets.
_____________________________________________________________________________________
+ + +
The original illustrations for Our Treasure.
Michele Bondi Bottesi, Publisher
P.O. Box 80371, Rochester, Michigan 48308
Godisatworkinyou@gmail.com
(248) 321-9865
Content Copyright © 2012 Joseph Karl Publishing. All rights reserved.
