Savannah Jane McCrary

My latest book:

Trains and Tulips: A Novel of the World War II Dutch Resistance

Five young people join the Dutch Resistance against the Nazis in this action-packed, hope-filled YA historical fiction novel, inspired by true stories.

What People are Saying:

“Trains and Tulips is a fictional mosaic, wonderfully bringing into one great picture many of the different historical events which took place during the Dutch resistance in World War II… It is an easy read yet will have you deeply pondering what you might do in the face of the difficult circumstances the characters find themselves in… Hope in God and shining His light, are resounding themes and makes this story shine. For a wholesome historical fiction, I highly recommend Trains and Tulips.”
-Jessica Marinos, author of the Trimont Trilogy

“Trains and Tulips is an extremely well-researched novel with deep themes and a cast of delightful characters. In this stirring tale, Savannah Jane McCrary allows the reader to experience both the tragedies and the triumphs of life in the Netherlands during WWII. She tackles difficult topics sensitively, creating an educational story that the whole family can enjoy!”

–Amy Ullrich, author of the Heroes of Wessex series and founder of Christian Wordsmiths 

“Trains and Tulips reads as a story that’s not meant to just be a novel–instead, the historical depth combines with an epic, truth-filled story that reveals the account of WWII through the eyes of followers of Jesus. It will delight both history-lovers and those who want to enjoy an adventurous story of courage… It’s a call for the Christian to stand up, declare truth, and love God and others radically. The novel displays that God is good, period, and invites readers to see His goodness in a deep, rich way, especially in the midst of darkness and trial…”
–Hosanna Emily, author of The Torch Keepers and The Way of the King

“This is such a good book; so full of research, cool historical tidbits, lots of action, and solid spiritual messages… I really love Savannah’s heart in this book; she does honor to the heroes of the Resistance and pleads for the value of human life. Oh, and did I mention encouragement?? SO much light even in the worst places! There’s a cast of five solid characters, but they’re all distinct and never get confusing. I love their courage, self-sacrifice, and devotion…

I both grinned and teared up while reading. Multiple times.

I had to ask myself, how would I respond if I were in these characters’ situation? What would I have done? And honestly, I don’t know, because I’ve never faced anything like what they did. But I do know this; the same good God who guided them, gave them light in their darkness, and upheld them in distress, would be with me as well, because He never changes.
–Phoebe Hinkle, author of We Gave Our Tomorrows 

“Blue Flower Story Company” is the name I chose for my book publishing imprint.

A blue flower symbolizes hope, beauty, and longing. C. S. Lewis used it to represent the German word “Sehnsucht,” which means a deep longing or yearning. He applied it to the longing for Heaven, for Christ.

The kind of stories I love most are what I call blue-flower-kind-of-stories. Stories that remind me that no matter how dark it gets, there is always hope.

Those are the kind of stories I write.

I’m also an illustrator!

Looking for an illustrator for your book?

I love to bring stories to life through beautiful illustrations, and I’ve been drawing and painting for as long as I can remember! All of my artwork is created by hand with minimal digital editing and absolutely no AI.

Book Reviews

I’m a voracious reader and love to share the books I’ve enjoyed on my Goodreads page!

Bread and Water: A World War II Short Story

In the darkness of Nazi Germany, twelve-year-old Jakob is imprisoned and separated from his family. But amid his suffering, he learns that even something as commonplace as bread and water can point us to the One who never forsakes us. 

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