Kisses from Katie

As the direct follow-up to Kisses from Katie, this memoir continues the journey of Katie's life in Uganda. It explores deeper themes of loss, sustained faith through hardship, and the reality of long-term ministry, making it an essential read for those who loved her first book.

Written by the former president of World Vision, this book shares a similar call to action and radical obedience. It challenges readers to consider the global poor and the practical application of compassion, mirroring the conviction found in Katie's story.

This powerful true story explores an unlikely friendship that crosses socioeconomic and racial divides. Like Katie's journey, it emphasizes the transformative power of stepping out of one's comfort zone to serve others and find common humanity.

This book captures the same 'disruptive' spiritual awakening that Katie experienced. It follows the author's journey from a comfortable life to a more radical, sacrificial way of living and serving the marginalized.

For readers drawn to Katie's total abandonment of Western comforts for a higher calling, this book provides the theological and philosophical framework for that lifestyle. It is a challenging call to sacrificial living and global mission.

This classic account of Mother Teresa's work in Calcutta resonates with Katie's mission. It highlights the beauty of serving 'the least of these' and the profound spiritual impact of simple acts of great love in impoverished settings.

While focusing on adoption and special needs, this memoir shares Katie's 'yes' mentality. It depicts the beauty and struggle of building a family in unconventional ways and trusting a higher purpose through fear and uncertainty.

A classic of missionary literature, this book tells the story of Operation Auca. It shares the same themes of total surrender, cultural immersion, and the high cost of service that are central to Katie's narrative.

This narrative follows the author's journey through various global hotspots to understand how faith survives in the darkest places. It matches Katie's adventurous spirit and her focus on finding light in seemingly hopeless situations.

While more journalistic in tone, this book provides a deeply intimate look at life in a slum, much like Katie's descriptions of her community. It offers a profound sense of place and a look at the resilience of the human spirit amidst extreme poverty.