About the Book
Book: How to Make a Miracle (How to Be a Hero Book 2)
Author: Carol Schlorff
Genre: Middle-grade action and adventure
Release Date: February 17, 2026
Three teenagers. One perilous quest. A miracle worth risking everything for.
Trapped in the Past … A visit to an old palace takes an unexpected turn when Stefan, his sister Julia, and their friend Hugo are mysteriously hurled into the harsh, unpredictable world of the Bible, where they meet Nasiya, a young slave girl caught in a dreadful fate.
Danger and Destiny … In a land where any shadow can hide an enemy, the trio must summon every ounce of faith to survive. For Stefan, however, the battle isn’t only against ruthless warriors—it’s against the anger and guilt holding him captive for too long. As the teens embark on a dangerous journey, Stefan must face the wounds of his past before they shatter his future.
A Race Against the Clock … With time running out and lives hanging in the balance, Stefan must discover that the greatest miracles aren’t about changing the world—they’re about renewing the heart. Fast-paced, richly immersive, and carrying a powerful message of redemption, this middle-grade adventure will grip readers from the first page to the last.
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About the Author
Carol’s passion is to write exciting stories that encourage, inspire, and boost the reader’s faith, possibly because she has always felt like an outsider. She was born in North Africa to American parents and grew up in France. At age 15, her family’s abrupt move to Philadelphia resulted in a rough transition to American life.
After graduating from Penn State, Carol joined the Army in search of adventure. She was stationed in exotic—for her—locations like California, Arizona, and Texas.
Since then, Carol has lived in Krakow, Poland, where she teaches English and organizes language camps. She also writes a blog on faith-related topics.
Carol enjoys watching or reading a good murder mystery and getting nervous while watching NFL games.
More from Carol
The idea for a middle-grade novel came to me while I was listening to a series of sermons on meditating on God’s Word. How could I show that the Bible is exciting, far from boring, relevant to our lives, and has the answers we seek about our purpose in life? And do so in a way that is fun and intriguing, keeping the readers on the edge of their seats? Write a time-travel adventure into the Bible, of course! Granted, the premise may not be new, but I aimed to write it in a way that is fresh and stimulating, giving valuable insights into the Bible.
The result of this crazy idea is the How to Be a Hero series, of which How to Make a Miracle is the second installment, although each book can be read as a standalone novel.
I targeted middle-grade readers because it’s an awkward age when young people begin to question what their parents have taught them and seek answers for themselves (speaking from experience, here). If my books can encourage them in their faith, I will consider my writing a success.
I chose the book themes based on issues young people struggle with. How to Make a Miracle addresses the problem of anger, bitterness, and unforgiveness, which I don’t need to tell you are far too prevalent in our society. The solution is forgiveness—and we all need to learn how to forgive each other, regardless of age.
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Interview with Carol:
What questions do you ask yourself when preparing to write a new book? Most of the questions concern the main characters. I go through a worksheet with a list of questions that help me cover every aspect of each character before I even type the first paragraph of the book. Here are a few examples of what I ask myself: What goal does he want to achieve? What false beliefs does he hold? What is his dominant emotion? What does he need? How will he change during the story? What are the stakes if he doesn’t change? What idiosyncrasies does he have?
These questions help me take a deep dive into the character's psychology before I even begin writing. Of course, as I write, I may realize I need to change the character in some way, so I update my answers to those questions. Regardless, asking myself these questions is invaluable in creating a character who is real and engaging.
How do you come up with story lines/book topic? The idea for the How to Be a Hero series, of which How to Make a Miracle is the second book, came to me while I was listening to a sermon on meditating on God’s Word. I immediately had the idea for all three books, time-travel adventures set in the Bible, as a way to bring the Bible to life. I wasn’t looking for a story idea; it came to me.
I have another storyline idea for a possible future book, inspired by a real event—the war in Ukraine. I live in Poland and have had contact with many Ukrainian refugees. Listening to their stories gave me the idea for a book about teens trying to reach the Polish border at the beginning of the war.
Why do you write in your particular genre?
I chose middle grade because it’s a strategic time when many begin questioning what they’ve been taught about the Bible and Christianity. They want to know why they should believe what they’ve been taught. This was what happened to me at that age, even though I grew up in a Christian family. I had many questions, and I’m grateful to those who took the time to answer them. My prayer is that my books will help my readers find answers to the spiritual questions they’re asking and show them how the Bible still speaks today—with the trustworthiness we can live by.
As to why action and adventure—well, because I love a good adventure!
What is one thing you wish you could do? I’m an introvert, and I wish I were an extrovert. I wish I could easily strike up conversations with people on the street or phone people I don’t know without being stressed. I’ve always wished I were more outgoing. But over the years, I’ve come to realize that God doesn’t make mistakes, and he has his purposes for creating me as I am. I can’t compare myself to others. Instead, I must focus on being faithful to what God has called me to do.
What was your favorite childhood book and why? My favorite childhood book was The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. I loved the story and the talking animals, and I checked the inside of a wardrobe more than once to see if, by chance, it led to Narnia. The character of Aslan fascinated me, and I’m sure he helped me be drawn to Jesus. My parents read all the Narnia books to me when I was little, and then I read and re-read them multiple times since then. Even as an adult, I still read them from time to time, especially The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Carol is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a copy of the book!!
What questions do you ask yourself when preparing to write a new book? Most of the questions concern the main characters. I go through a worksheet with a list of questions that help me cover every aspect of each character before I even type the first paragraph of the book. Here are a few examples of what I ask myself: What goal does he want to achieve? What false beliefs does he hold? What is his dominant emotion? What does he need? How will he change during the story? What are the stakes if he doesn’t change? What idiosyncrasies does he have?
These questions help me take a deep dive into the character's psychology before I even begin writing. Of course, as I write, I may realize I need to change the character in some way, so I update my answers to those questions. Regardless, asking myself these questions is invaluable in creating a character who is real and engaging.
How do you come up with story lines/book topic? The idea for the How to Be a Hero series, of which How to Make a Miracle is the second book, came to me while I was listening to a sermon on meditating on God’s Word. I immediately had the idea for all three books, time-travel adventures set in the Bible, as a way to bring the Bible to life. I wasn’t looking for a story idea; it came to me.
I have another storyline idea for a possible future book, inspired by a real event—the war in Ukraine. I live in Poland and have had contact with many Ukrainian refugees. Listening to their stories gave me the idea for a book about teens trying to reach the Polish border at the beginning of the war.
Why do you write in your particular genre?
I chose middle grade because it’s a strategic time when many begin questioning what they’ve been taught about the Bible and Christianity. They want to know why they should believe what they’ve been taught. This was what happened to me at that age, even though I grew up in a Christian family. I had many questions, and I’m grateful to those who took the time to answer them. My prayer is that my books will help my readers find answers to the spiritual questions they’re asking and show them how the Bible still speaks today—with the trustworthiness we can live by.
As to why action and adventure—well, because I love a good adventure!
What is one thing you wish you could do? I’m an introvert, and I wish I were an extrovert. I wish I could easily strike up conversations with people on the street or phone people I don’t know without being stressed. I’ve always wished I were more outgoing. But over the years, I’ve come to realize that God doesn’t make mistakes, and he has his purposes for creating me as I am. I can’t compare myself to others. Instead, I must focus on being faithful to what God has called me to do.
What was your favorite childhood book and why? My favorite childhood book was The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. I loved the story and the talking animals, and I checked the inside of a wardrobe more than once to see if, by chance, it led to Narnia. The character of Aslan fascinated me, and I’m sure he helped me be drawn to Jesus. My parents read all the Narnia books to me when I was little, and then I read and re-read them multiple times since then. Even as an adult, I still read them from time to time, especially The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
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