It is March and my eleven-year-old daughter just asked if The King's Daughter will be coming soon.
I hope so. The King's Daughter is a small magazine published for young women, but I think I enjoy it as much as my daughter. It contains a variety of stories, poems, and articles with pretty pen-and-ink sketches. Though the magazine is small and simple, it always contains encouragement on living life for the King.
I asked The King's Daughter's editor, Sheila Petre, to share a little history of the magazine.
The King's Daughter was established in 2007 under the title The Girl's Budget. It was begun as a school-girl effort with the inspiration of Angela Zehr of New York. As the magazine grew, Angela was no longer able to tend it. After several interim editors in 2011 and 2012, we (Mr. and Mrs. Michael Petre) took over in summer 2013. We have been inspired to watch God's blessing on the work: The King's Daughter as grown from a 28-page magazine for seventy subscribers in June 2013 into a forty-page magazine which was mailed to seven hundred seventy households in December 2015. We hope to continue increasing both magazine thickness and subscriber base in the years to come, Lord willing. (Help us spread the word!)
We are dependent on writers and readers from across the conservative Anabaptist community--Amish, German Baptist, Mennonite, and more --to supply us with stories, articles, poems, and discussions of interest to young women wishing to grow in the King's likeness.
Details: Published four times a year. Rates are $10 for one year; $19 for two years; $26 for three years. (Foreign subscribers, add $3 per year; payable in US funds.) Back issues #15 through #25 available for $3 each. Make checks payable to Sheila Petre and mail to The King's Daughter P.O. Box 127, Mercerburg, PA 17236
I've been thinking of sharing about several periodicals that are written by and for the Amish and Mennonite community. So look for more posts about other magazines in the future. I am not receiving payment to advertise for these magazines, but these magazines have published my articles so I do wish them to find more readers.
This sounds like a wonderful magazine! Do you think it would be good for a grandma to gain ideas for granddaughters? I have 3 that,sadly, their mother has back slidden. My son is still on track..so we pray hopefully. I have a new baby girl from my daughter..I am sure she would love this,even though she has 3 boys as well! I welcome anything that encourages the kids of today..life has gotten so complicated and God is left out. It is heartbreaking. Thank you for all that you do through your blog..it really does reach many.
ReplyDeleteI should have stated that the magazine is geared to girls in their teens and early twenties. I too am always looking for reading material that will encourage my children in the ways of truth. There is so many false ideas out there. Gina
DeleteThank you for sharing; it is hard to find worthwhile reading and this would make a good birthday suggestion when Grandmas ask what to get! We also enjoy "The King's Blooming Rose" magazine; it is similarly encouraging. - Suz
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to more magazine reviews. When I was young my mother received a magazine called "Keepers at Home". I am not sure if it is still in publication, but I would be interested in magazines like that. : )
ReplyDeleteKeepers at Home (if it is the same one you are referring to) is still in print. I'll share about it in a later post.
DeleteGina
I found one of these magazines at the Homeschool store. I was so happy to find encouragement just for girls. I am looking forward to more suggestions from your community and "cousin" communities.Thanks so much for all you do to encourage us all in the Lord.
ReplyDeleteDo you know if you can subscribe internationally? I would love to get it.
ReplyDeleteI think so. Contact Sheila for more information.
DeleteGina
Do you know of a similar magazine or stories for girls in the 5-10yr old age range?
ReplyDeleteI don't. But let me know if you find one!
DeleteGina
Do you know of any similar magazines geared toward boys??
ReplyDeleteI don't. But I'll keep my eyes open for something. My boys (and girls) love Nature Friend magazine. You can look up their website. A great full-color God honoring nature magazine.
DeleteGina
Ok. Thank you! I'll look into the other magazine. My son loves getting this in the mail and he loves nature so it might work well :)
DeleteIs this magazine - THE KING'S DAUGHTERS - still going? I write this November 2019. God bless!
ReplyDeleteYes it is. And it is longer and even better than in the past!
ReplyDeleteGina
Is this magazine still being published in 2021? And is it current address and info?
ReplyDeleteYes. It is still being published. The magazine now has a color cover and more pages. The price has increased to $12 a year. The address is the same.
DeleteGina
What type of writing does it have? Stories or editorials or both?
ReplyDeleteBoth. Some fiction stories, some nonfiction articles, and some poetry.
DeleteGina
Are you still publishing this magazine and would it be a magazine for girls 13 to 15 ,also how do l find your address and the prices ,thankyou
ReplyDeleteI am not the publisher of the magazine, but it is still being published. Here is the current info...Here is the current info. Assuming you are in the States, subscriptions are $12 a year. Send a check and the address for the subscription to The King's Daughter, P.O. Box 127, Mercersburg, PA 17236
DeleteHi my name is Melody Kluksdshl I got TKD in the mail today!! I have been reading it and it's been a blessing to me! I have never subscribed to this and do you know how I can be in the magazine??
ReplyDeleteSomeone must have wanted to bless you with a gift!
DeleteGina
Is this still available for $12 a year as of Dec 2023?
ReplyDeleteIt is now $13 a year or $25 for two years.
DeleteThanks!
DeleteDo you know if the magazine is still available ,as of 2024? If it is how much is it to recive it for a whole year and where do we mail the payment to ?also is this is magazine sutable for older teenage girls ?
ReplyDeleteYes, it is. Here is the current information from the current issue. Subscriptions are $16 a year, or $30 for two years. Send payment to PO Box 127, Mercersburg, PA, 17236 Make checks payable to The King's Daughter.
DeleteYes, this is suitable for older teens. I would say that the target age is 16-20.
Gina
Thank you for responding, Could you please tell me how many magazines are included in the one year subscription? Also would they maybe except cash instead of check as payment ? Another question that i have is Do you know of any other annabaptist /mennonite magazines for teen girls? Do you know of any amish/ mennonite companys that have mail order catalogs? Thank you again for taking the time to respond. God bless you.
DeleteThe magazine is published quarterly - so four issues a year. I'm sure they will accept cash, if you don't mind mailing cash. I don't know of any other Anabaptist magazines for teen girls. Christian Light mails a catalog with many books. You can find them at their website at Christianlight.org. Faithview Books has a large catalog that they mail out. They are on Facebook. You can call and ask them to mail you a catalog.
DeleteHope that helps.
Gina
Thanks alot !
DeleteDo you know of an adress to write to Faithview and ask for a catalog ,and are the catalogs free?Also i am interested in what other magazines you and your family get subscriptions to ?I am looking for good magazines to read so i can spend less time on the internet.
DeleteI am also interested in what catalogs you get, books, clothing, homegoods or all of the above.
DeleteI am curently looking for info on a companys catalog. Its Called GVS . I think they were out of mo. Have youve ever heard of it or do you get this catalog? If you have any info i would be very appreciative. Thanks for being kind and responding.
DeleteThanks for all the help. You have made me so excited! Cant wait to get this magazine. I am sending my payment tomorow. Thanks so much.
DeleteI am not familiar with GVS. Sorry I can't help you!
DeleteGina
Yes, the Faithview catalog is free. Here is their address, 4964 Township Rd 616, Fredericksburg, OH 44627.
DeleteI get the Motherhood magazine and Commonplace by Daughters of Promise. I used to get Keepers at Home magazine.
Gina
May God bless you my sister in christ , for being so kind. When i have the proper cash i will be sending away for the magazine. Thanks for all the help, your young sister in christ
DeleteDo they have a website?
ReplyDeleteNo. You can only contact them through mail.
DeleteOk thanks! No email either?
ReplyDeletei sent away for and recived the faithview catalog ,it is so wonderful.just curious does anyone know of any other catalogs that are similar to this?
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