Some books resist categories the way wind resists capture. They are not simply memoir, nor merely prophecy, nor entirely allegory. They move like rivers through many lands—part remembrance, part revelation, part whispered prayer. Poetry drips from their edges; lament rises like incense; and the presence of the Lord hovers between the lines.

These pages are not constructed—they are birthed. They spill from a soul caught between earth and heaven, where vision and memory intertwine, where what is felt, seen, and spoken blur into one seamless offering. Such writing is not confined to genre. It is fire and fragrance, silence and sound. It is the language of those who have walked through deep waters and returned with burning coals in their hands. You do not simply read a book like this—you dwell in it. It becomes a sanctuary of sorts, where the ache of longing meets the weight of glory, and the words become a kind of prayer.

Mama Bates Goes to Supernatural Ministry School: A Normal Christian’s Guide to the Supernatural will not only stretch your understanding of the mysteries of God—it may just reawaken the parts of you that have been sleeping.

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Dreaming with AD Bates

Preorder Experience

Thank you for stepping into the dream.

Welcome, dear reader! Because you’ve chosen to preorder this book, you’re now part of an intimate circle invited behind the scenes of my illustrated, autobiographical journey. Pour yourself a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s dream together.

Your Preorder Rewards

1. 🎥 Welcome & Reading from AD Bates

Two exclusive videos from AD Bates where she shares the heart behind the book and read the Introduction aloud, just as if you were curled up by my fireplace with my doggies at your feet.

2. 🎵 Mama Bates Goes to Supernatural Ministry School Story Soundtrack

A curated and annotated playlist that mirrors the emotions, decades, and spiritual milestones found in the book. Listen as you read to deepen the journey.

3. 🎨 Collector’s Digital Cover Art

A high-resolution image of the book’s cover for your phone, tablet, or wall—an everyday reminder of the world we’re about to explore together. Illustrator: Henrik Söderström

4. 🖼 Bonus Illustration: The Lion and the Lamb

An exclusive art piece inspired by the dream that starts it all—available only to preorder supporters. Illustrator: Henrik Söderström

How to Access Your Rewards

You’ll receive a private link to the Preorder Vault, where all these treasures are stored. You can stream, download, and revisit them anytime.

Thank you for believing in this story before it officially launches. May these gifts make you feel part of the journey from the very beginning.

See you in the dream!