ABOUT THE BOOK:
Al Fox Carraway has spent the last four years inspiring the world with
her story of conversion, redemption, and finding faith. As a blogger,
social media personality, and award-winning public speaker, her message
has reached millions. This moving biography and up-close account of her
life and membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
(sometimes called the "LDS" or "Mormon" church) will show you what it
means to truly trust in the Lord.
"Don't go, Al. You won't fit in."
Being baptized and following the Lord has made Al's life harder than it
ever was before. She endured criticism from friends and family for
becoming a Mormon. She faced harsh judgments from Church members for her
appearance. She gave up everything and felt more alone than she ever
had in her life. All because she chose God.
Now she shares an
up-close look at how trusting God has led her to places she never
expected. As a blogger, YouTuber, and award-winning public speaker, her
message has reached millions. Sharing her love of the Savior, Al goes
beyond her own conversion and encourages readers to choose God above
anything else. This uplifting book inspires readers to build a true
relationship with the Lord that will bring them real, lasting happiness.
Endorsements for
More than the Tattooed Mormon
"Al Fox Carraway is a wonderfully fresh combination of energy, humor,
and testimony. At first, you might think this book is all about Al. But
the more you read, the more you will find personal motivation to keep
going, to keep trying, and to stay close to the Lord through all of
life's challenges."
--John Bytheway, author of
How Do I Know If I Know?
"Al shares her story with frankness and passion. She fills each chapter
with memorable insights and true wisdom. But this book isn't really
about Al. It is about God and you! It is about the transformation that
is possible for all of us through the Atonement of Jesus Christ."
--Brad Wilcox, professor at Brigham Young University, author of
The Continuous Atonement and
The Continuous Conversion
"Al takes you on one of the most faith-building journeys you'll ever
experience. Al is real. Al is authentic. . . . Al's story will bring you
closer to Christ."
--Hank Smith, PhD, bestselling LDS author and speaker, BYU religion instructor
MY THOUGHTS:
This. Book. Is. Amazing!!!! I am a huge reader. I have read
80 books this year alone! This is the first time I have filled a book with
highlights. There was so much that Al said that I wanted to remember. I have
been a member of the LDS church my whole life but that doesn’t mean this book
still didn’t apply to me. To read about the strength and faith she has had since
being baptized is inspiring. So many of us get to points in our lives where we
take advantage of the way we have been raised. I can’t say I am one of those
people because my Husband is a convert and is currently inactive so I definably
view both sides of the fence. He is actually the one that wanted to read this
book. I really hope he does because he will see that there are other people out
there that think the way he does. This book helped strengthen and lift me up
and made me want to be a better example to my husband and my children and
everyone around me. It also reiterates how crucial it is that we aren’t judgmental
about the people we see daily and especially at church. You don’t know what
their story is or how they got to where they are. They could be so AMAZING like
Al and just judged because you are scared of the unknown. When we first moved
to Utah my husband couldn’t find a job anywhere. At the time he had shaved his
head bald because we weren’t used to the hot summers. He has tattoos but they
aren’t very visible being on his upper arms. My brother said to my husband, “I know
you don’t want to hear this but if you want a job you are going to have to grow
hair again.” As soon as he let it grow out he found a job right away. It
shouldn’t matter how we look. My husband still has a testimony but he has just allowed
himself to be influenced by the world and by being judged at church, that he chooses
not to have the gospel in his life right now, and it is so hard to see him
missing that light and that happiness that Al talks about and that I feel
daily. I highly recommend this book to everyone Member or Not. She really tells
you like it is and helps you to see all sides of everything. It is such a great
book I will be reading it again over and over. Thanks so much for putting
yourself out there and sharing your story with the world Al. This is truly the
mission Heavenly Father had for you!
