Charlotte, NC

PATRICIA HICKMAN

The nagging feeling that something was wrong...

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Author Patricia Hickman blends hilarious authenticity and truth using her background in theater and storytelling. She has been a spiritual warrior mom, Bible teacher, pastor’s wife, an inspirational and motivational speaker, and an award-winning novelist of over seventeen books for major publishers for two decades.

Patsy Clairmont, Women of Faith anchor speaker, says of Patricia, “Patricia Hickman has breadth of heart and depth of understanding...don't miss her passionate voice on the platform and on the written page!”

Morna Gallagher, Director of the Karitos Festival of Arts, says, “Patty Hickman draws in an audience with humor and emotion that leaves them in awe, anticipating what might come next. She brings life and hope to the people who hear and read the words she is inspired to pen.”

Patricia has been endorsed and praised by leaders such as Stephen Arterburn (Every Man’s Battle), the late Barbara Johnson, Randy Alcorn, Marilyn Meberg, Walter C. Keiser, Jr., Karen Kingsbury, Francine Rivers, Liz Curtis Higgs, T. Davis Bunn, Gilbert Morris, and Terri Blackstock, to name a few.

Technorati listed her novel Painted Dresses as the most talked about book on the Internet. Her books were twice picked for the RT Gold Medallion Readers’ Choice Award. She was a 2009 Pulpwood Queens Winner. She has twice won Silver Angel awards for Excellence in Media. Publishers Weekly and Library Journal consistently hail Patricia’s writing for her depth and “sparkling talent”. PW has dubbed Patricia the rising star of Christian publishing.

Patricia Hickman earned an M.F.A. in creative writing from Queens University of Charlotte. She has presented at the International Christian Retailers convention where she has shared the platform with notables such as Joel Osteen, T.D. Jakes, John Maxwell, Karen Kingsbury, and Joyce Meyer as well as appearing at numerous Women of Faith events, women’s conferences, civic events, and art festivals across the country. She is a member of Toastmasters, International. She has been interviewed by over 150 radio and TV broadcasts, been featured in full page newspaper stories about her testimony of overcoming grief and childhood abuse, and praised in the general market for her literary prowess.

Patricia and her husband Randall have founded the Secret Angels Project, a Christian charity that benefits women and children of HIV. Patricia has been an advocate for the unloved and marginalized and an encourager to the discouraged for two decades. Patricia’s passion for biblical truth informs her comedic, Jesus-centered storytelling.

More Enthusiasm for Patricia Hickman:
“Patty Hickman inspires, uplifts, and challenges those who attend her conference to do all God has called them to. She motivates the listeners to search every moment of their lives for missed opportunities in serving the Lord. Patty has a unique way of sharing her life stories while involving the audience in her tremendous storytelling ability. She will bring a delightful sense of humor to the event, along with her passion in sharing God’s will for every person’s life.”
– Tracy Farnham, EMW President

“Patricia Hickman’s masterful grasp of story and faith left our women’s group uplifted and challenged. Her affirming message spoke to women of all ages and situations. We are blessed that Patricia shared her experiences with us—her visit was a touching celebration of God’s love in everyone’s life.”
-Author Jennifer M. Fenske, Atlanta, GA

“Hickman's visit to Foothills Christian College was engaging and uplifting for our faculty, staff, and students. She was both professional and personable; her love for and knowledge of her craft were highly evident, contributing to an atmosphere of intensity, excitement, and encouragement.”
-Maryanne Grimmett, Instructor of English

"Painted Dresses came off the pages and into our hearts as Patty shared her life’s story.”
-Marvel Pope, Women’s Director Concord FA

“Fantastic speaker and practical too!” –Conferee

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