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Girtie

She was blind, broken & afraid. Then love changed everything.

A powerful, beautifully illustrated story about unconditional love and the courage to be transformed by it. Loved by children and adults alike.

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★★★★★ Loved by readers of all ages
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★★★★★ Loved by readers of all ages ✓ Endorsed by ministry & education leaders ✓ Beautifully illustrated, faith-filled story

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Available in three formats. Pick yours and start reading today.

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Paperback

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Hardcover

Special Edition. Built to last a lifetime.

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🌍 Also in Spanish — edición en español

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The Story

A Journey of Love & Courage

Girtie

“All she had to do to have the best life of all… was simply surrender.”

Born blind with broken wings, Girtie is stranded on the forest floor — unable to see, fly, or sing more than a weak chirp. When the Man in the Forest reaches down to help, she fights back in fear.

But through patience and unwavering kindness, something begins to change. Her story mirrors the struggle we all face in accepting love we feel we don’t deserve.

It’s a story that proves what looks broken can become the very source of our song.

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“Amazing grace, how sweet to be, a beautiful bird like me. I once was lost but now I’m found — I’m blind, yet I see.” — Girtie’s Song

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Read the Opening

Chapter One

It was a cool, crisp morning! You would normally hear the birds begin to sing, but the forest was quiet, anticipating new birth, as the momma bird waited patiently for her three little birdies to hatch.

One by one, they broke through, and now finally, the silence is broken. Momma bird celebrates her new birdies and hears the life of the forest again…

Keep reading — Girtie’s journey is just beginning.

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Meet the Author

Doris Rudd Whitfield

Doris Rudd Whitfield

Doris Rudd Whitfield is a writer, educator, and missionary who has spent over thirty years writing poetry, prayers, and stories. Her Christian faith and decades of ministry infuse every page of Girtie with warmth and purpose.

Born and raised in Washington, D.C. among three generations of preachers, Doris was called into missions before she was born — foretold by her father, Reverend William Rudd. It was a tender bond with a real duck named Girtie, blind in one eye, that inspired this story and the life-changing lessons within it.

Today she lives in Maryland with her husband Wayne, her biggest fan, and continues writing books for children and adults with a child-like heart.

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From Doris's Journal

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Letting Go and Trusting God’s Plan for Your Life

Life doesn’t always follow the path we expect. There are detours, surprises, and moments that leave us feeling uncertain about what comes next. It’s in these times, when we feel the weight of trying to control everything, that God invites us to let go—to release our grip and trust in His plan. But how do we do that? How do we find peace when life feels unpredictable? Learning to trust God’s plan is not about understanding every step—it’s about believing that He holds our future in His hands, even when we can’t see what’s ahead.

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What Readers Are Saying

Loved by Readers of All Ages

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“A beautifully illustrated story of encouragement, love, healing, and hope. I highly recommend it for children of all ages — and adults.”

— Minister Selwyn B. Cox
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“Doris so beautifully illustrates how God allows those so-called broken things to shape and mold us for the greater good.”

— Gayle B. Branch, Retired, U.S. Copyright Office
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“A moving account of how true divine purpose can emerge from pain. Any reader can easily identify with Girtie’s plight.”

— Carletta Bingham

Good to Know

Questions Parents Often Ask

Who is Girtie for?
Girtie is for all ages. Though it’s written as a children’s book, its message of love, hope, and purpose resonates just as deeply with adults. It works beautifully as a read-aloud for little ones, an independent read for older children, and a quiet, meaningful read for grown-ups with a child-like heart.
How long is the book?
Girtie is a 32-page picture book — a short, gentle story you can comfortably read in one sitting at bedtime, with warm full-color illustrations throughout.
Is it a faith-based story?
Yes. Girtie gently illustrates God’s unconditional love and the hope found in surrender. The message is woven naturally into the story, making it meaningful for faith-centered families while still warm and accessible to any reader.
Is there a Spanish edition?
Yes — the same heartfelt story is available in a Spanish-language edition, so the whole family can share Girtie in the language they love. You’ll find the link in the “Choose Your Edition” section above.
Which format should I choose?
The paperback is our most popular — perfect for everyday reading and gifting. The hardcover Special Edition makes a lasting keepsake, and the Kindle edition is instant and travels anywhere.

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A story of love, courage, and hope your family will return to again and again. Available now on Amazon in Kindle, Paperback, and Hardcover.

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