ABC's of Being LDS: Living the Mormon Lifestyle

Written by a convert who left and later returned to the Church, this friendly A-to-Z guide demystifies the practical, cultural side of Latter-day Saint life that doctrine alone doesn't cover. From decoding 'Mormonese' and understanding the three-hour block to callings, tithing, temple preparation, family history, and enduring to the end, Teena Read offers reassurance, real stories, and gentle counsel. Her goal: help newcomers avoid discouragement and pitfalls, and remind lifelong members how to truly welcome and support those coming 'out of the world.'

• Written by a convert who left the Church and found her way back—she's 'been there, done that'
• Decodes the confusing 'Mormonese' and unspoken cultural rules no one thinks to explain
• An A-to-Z reference that answers the practical questions new members are afraid to ask
• Dismantles the 'perfection myth' that drives so many discouraged converts away

“It was as if I'd dropped from the sky into an obscure foreign country.”

Perfect for a newly baptized adult convert—or a returning member—feeling overwhelmed by unfamiliar Mormon culture and terminology and wanting practical, reassuring guidance for their first year of activity.