Carraway - More Than the Tattooed Mormon

Amazing lady! Amazing conversion! This is a story about not just whats outside but whats inside. Its a story not just about judging but about not being offended. Al shares her story with frankness and passion. She fills each chapter with memorable insights and true wisdom. But this book isnt really about Al. It is about God and you! It is about the transformation that is possible for all of us through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Brad Wilcox, PhD, professor at Brigham Young University, author of The Continuous Atonement and The Continuous Conversion

Als pure goodness and enthusiasm for the gospel fill her new book, More Than the Tattooed Mormon. Once I started reading, I couldnt put it down! Im thrilled she wrote her compelling, uplifting storytelling it in her own honest, frank, and real way. Her change of heart changed mine. It caused me to think deeply and reflect on my own journey. Al Fox Carraway is a cheerleader for faith in the Savior and hope in the Atonement. She is on fire with the spirit of missionary work. And because of her courage and dedication, she is touching hundreds of lives along the way.

Michelle King, television producer and host, former host of Mormon Times TV

If you think you already know all there is to know about the Al Carraway story, think again. Al delivers her journey in the gospel with a zest rarely seen in Mormon memoirs. Even on the page her energy is so contagious that you find yourself moving from the sidelines, cheering her on as she recounts her trials and triumphs, to being motivated to put some pep in your step in your own walk with God. Al Carraway is truly More Than the Tattooed Mormon, this sista is a cheerleader for Jesus, and instead of waving pom-poms, shes moving with the power of the Spirit.

Zandra Vranes and Tamu Smith, authors of SISTASinZION.com and Diary of Two Mad Black Mormons

Al Fox Carraway is a wonderfully fresh combination of energy, humor, and testimony. At first, you might think this book is all about Al. But the more you read, the more you will find personal motivation to keep going, to keep trying, and to stay close to the Lord through all of lifes challenges.

John Bytheway, author of How Do I Know If I Know?

If you put this book back on the bookstore shelf, you are making a huge mistake. In these pages, Al takes you on one of the most faith-building journeys youll ever experience. Al is real. Al is authentic. Youll come away from this book adoring Al (especially her stubborn New Yorker attitude), but more important, Als story will bring you closer to Christ.

Hank Smith, PhD, bestselling LDS author and speaker, BYU religion instructor

Als story is powerful because it allows you to personally walk through the process of conversion with her from start to finish. Whether you are just starting on your pathway to following Christ or continuing a life-long journey, this book will deepen your desire to believe. Filled with scriptures, prophetic counsel, and a beautiful testimony of grace, Als story will leave in imprint on your heart that wont soon be forgotten.

Emily Belle Freeman, author of Even This

I devoured it. Al is so loveable. Her openness and sincerity make you feel like shes telling you her story from across the room. Im inspired by her determination to follow her heart, even when it was driving her somewhere that her family and friendsand even she herselfdidnt think she should or could go. Shes a breath of fresh air these days when it seems everyone wants to go their own directionbut Al chooses to boldly follow the Lord.

Jessica Gee, travel journalist of The Bucket List Family

2018 Al Carraway

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ISBN 13: 978-1-4621-2227-1 (paperback)

ISBN 13: 978-1-4621-2908-9 (hardback)

Published by CFI, an imprint of Cedar Fort, Inc.

2373 W. 700 S., Springville, UT 84663

Distributed by Cedar Fort, Inc., www.cedarfort.com

The Library of Congress has cataloged the previous edition as follows:

Carraway, Al, 1988- author.

More than the tattooed Mormon / Al Carraway.

pages cm

Includes bibliographical references.

ISBN 978-1-4621-1720-8 (hardback : alk. paper)

1. Carraway, Al, 1988- 2. Mormon women--Biography. I. Title.

BX8695.C275A3 2015

289.3092--dc23

[B]

2015020177

Cover design and layout by Shawnda T. Craig

Cover design 2018 Cedar Fort, Inc.

Edited by Jessica B. Ellingson, Kathryn Watkins, and Kaitlin Barwick

Dedicated to the reader

Also by Al Carraway

Cheers to Eternity:
Lessons Weve Learned on Dating and Marriage

I Know journal

Set Goals. Say Prayers. Work Hard. journal

With God, Life Is Oh So Good journal

More than the Tattooed Mormon is now also available as an audio CD, read by the author.

Table of Contents

PART 1
MY STORY

PART 2
YOUR STORY

PART 3
CONTINUING THE STORY

Part 1

- My Story -