My name is Kendra Berni and I have just become a new author for the first time. My first book, Sarafina Teaches the Importance of Prayer, was published on October 4, 2012 by Author House Publishing Co. I am a typical wife, mother, daughter, and sister who had countless prayer sessions with God due to negative childhood experiences.  With prayer, I was able to overcome numerous abusive situations, because I believed God was my only hope.  With God’s love, I too had to overcome bullying as a child. For I know what it’s like to be different from other people. In addition to prayer, I learned to love books as I escaped the reality of family problems.  I dreamed of the day I could start a family of my own and vowed to rear my children in a loving and caring manner.  With the grace of God, I have accomplished this. My husband and I are the proud parents of two grown children.  As an adult, I earned an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and proceeded to teach preschool. Nonetheless, I realize many children’s lifestyles are similar to my upbringing and feel the need to encourage them to keep their faith in God.  This book is to motivate children to pray whether good or bad situations arise.  In turn, a close relationship will develop and continue with our God Almighty.