Ella is a 12-year-old girl from Franklin, Tennessee. Growing up she had open heart surgery at the age of four. Along with those challenges, Ella has experienced the same trials most kids go through… getting left out, not being chosen, thoughts of fear and doubt… But, you see, Ella has one of the sweetest dispositions you’ll ever encounter and she’s always tried to make a difference with other kids.
So the idea for Ella is Chosen was born...
Professor Chewington is based on Ella’s real life dog…Chewy. Chewy has an uncanny love for bananas! YES, it’s a little strange… But more than that, Chewy is a constant source of comfort for Ella and her younger brother Beckett. The book follows a magical journey with Chewy as Ella learns what it means to be Chosen and then shares her stories with our readers, helping them to see that God has a plan for each one them.
Ella’s dad, Jason, has a background in jewelry so it was a natural fit to pair a book that teaches a lesson, with a daily necklace reminder for young girls to see in the mirror and wear close to their hearts.
Ella, Jason, and Chewy hope that this book plants a seed in each young girl that hears the story of being Chosen, a seed that will grow into fruits of the spirit along with confidence and self-worth.
“We’re so happy to be able to share this story and necklace with the world. I believe it can not only change the perspective of a young girl facing similar thoughts, but my hope is this message will introduce young women to Christ, which ultimately is the greatest foundation that any life can be built on.”
—Jason Brown
Founder of Big Ark Books and Called Higher Studios, a faith-based film company
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