PHILIPSBURG:--- God Thoughts, an anthology of inspirational poems by Bestselling author Shirley Wigley, a citizen of St. Maarten and a Nevisian by birth, has been receiving rave reviews from the young and old, locally and internationally since its launch in December 2022. Especially in light of these trying times, God Thoughts inspires its reader to hope in life again and bounce back from life’s storms.
God Thoughts is jointly published by Victorious Living Publishing, a subsidiary of Victorious Living based in St. Maarten, and Walton Publishing House based in Barbados. Dr. Nicole Francis Cotton, the visionary of Victorious Living describes God's Thoughts as a timely prescription to get anyone back on track. “You’ll not only be encouraged by Ms. Wigley’s words of wisdom and poetry to suit any occasion but you’ll be inspired to know that this budding poet has persevered for over four decades to realize her dream of publishing her poetry to inspire the world. Her commitment and dedication to achieving her dream have resulted in the publication of God Thoughts, which is a testimony of her faith in God, resilience, and determination.”
Inspired by Ms. Wigley’s interview on Love & Inspiration with Roy Cotton, Jr. in October 2022, retired teacher Ms. Amalia Elstak and retired financial assistant in the accounting department of the MAC, Elena Martien Musenton purchased several copies of God Thoughts and donated to the Methodist Agogic Centre. Their hope is that the children will be inspired by the book and lift each other up. Mrs. Martien presented the books to an elated Mrs. Rose Hughes-Coram, Executive Director of Foundation Methodist Agogic Centre, who proudly and gratefully received them on behalf of the children, teachers, and staff.
Ms. Wigley, seventy-three years old, and her daughter are basking in the fulfilling feeling of realizing her dream of becoming an author, and the amazing feedback she’s been receiving from friends, family, associates, and strangers alike. Juliette Wigley her daughter stated she’s received comments such as: “The book is inspiring; it’s stunning. It has to be God who really inspired my mom to write it.” Wigley indicated that many have shared they love how the book was arranged perfectly by the publishers. “Some people use it as a devotional every morning. So the pouring out of the people has been awesome. This book has reached all over the world. So we say to God be the glory.”
Wigley shared a testimonial from St. Thomas stating: “Shirley your book is wonderful. I love your book. It’s so beautiful, so inspiring; so full of love and compassion and truth. What a wonderful and blessed work.” For further information, you may call 1-721-524-8731.