STEVENSON PRODUCTION BOOKS (Updated 12/8/19)
The Stevenson Productions Book Series was inaugurated in 2008 with the publication of Baker Stevenson Smith, Sr.'s A Walk In Wisdom, a collection of devotionals written by Bob & Dudley-Brian's father. The series continues with two more books, both in 2009, one by Dudley-Brian and a second co-written by Jan & Dudley-Brian. Then, in 2011, came the addition of the Smithfield Fair lyric book, and in 2012 the newest collaboration by Jan & Dudley-Brian - From the Annals of the Anointed Seven. These books represent Smithfield Fair's interest in other writing formats and continue in Celtic themes. The book covers bear illustrations by brother Joel Smith, a former member of both Charmer and Smithfield Fair and a noted illustrator; as well as design by Mumblius (Bob Smith Design). The books are available for sale at all performances and by mail for $10.00 per copy (s/h $3.00 per order) of WALK IN WISDOM, REVEREND MCLAURIN and GREEN GROVE. Please note ANNOINTED SEVEN is now out of print and LYRIC BOOK by special request only. To purchase these by mail, send a check payable to Smithfield Fair for the number of books to Stevenson Productions, 8323 Justin Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809.
A WALK IN WISDOM by Baker Stevenson Smith, Sr.
Originally called "The Minute Sermon" for a church newletter, Steve Smith wrote to expound upon scripture. It was part of his responsibility as a Ruling Elder to
help shepherd the congregation and to assist the pastor in the Biblical understanding of the membership. He took his calling and responsibilities to heart and spent long hours pouring over the scriptures,
concordances and the theological library in his collection. He wrote these minute sermons with strong conviction, and was ever a tireless student of the Bible and a humble man who
sought continually better understanding for himself and to share what he learned of the scriptures with others.
THE REVEREND MCLAURIN'S FOLK by Dudley-Brian Smith
A collection of short stories of a small village in the Highlands of Scotland and the effect their pastor had on the community.
Through good times and bad, happy and sad, the folk of the fictional Appin are shepherded with constant care by the Reverend Hugh McLaurin. Book I - The Folk of Appin reflects that what goes out from the pulpit
on Sundays has a profound effect throughout the week and is supported by the very nature of Hugh McLaurin and his good wife, Peg. Book II - Words From Appin is a journal of the memories by local writer and
chronicler Ian Stevenson, as he observes the progress of time in this Highland community.
THE GREEN GROVE: SCOTTISH STORIES FOR CHILDREN by Jan & Dudley-Brian Smith
This slim volume began in 1993 with "No Beasties for Maggie", written by Dudley-Brian for their then three-year old daughter, Margaret.
The collection grew along with Margaret and ended when, like Wendy Darling, she decided not to leave forever with Peter Pan. Now a young woman, she has no need for these bedtime tales, but the strange magic of that childhood
time still lingers in the Smith house and in their hearts, and is imbedded in these stories. FROM THE ANNALS OF THE ANOINTED SEVEN by Dudley-Brian & Jan Smith (NOW OUT OF PRINT)
The latest in the series (2012) tells the stories of The Seven of the Domain of the Watcher, a group of gifted people given the task of caring for the land and
the people they love. Three tales introduce the changing line-up and talents of the timeless starbearers under the new leadership of outlander Colin McLaurin. Trials first lead the Seven in an attempt to quell evil and restore
peace in the Domain. The following two stories deal with threats to the people and land of the Domain from dark sinister forces. Throughout this Celtic-tinged trio of stories some challenges to faith, friendship and all held precious.
THE LYRICS OF SMITHFIELD FAIR (ONLY AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL REQUEST)
Beginning with Winds of Time, this volume collects the lyrics of Smithfield Fair's original songs. Included are lyrics from Winds of Time, Walking Through This
World, Twenty for Twenty, Charmer:The Perfect Cafe, The Longing, Every New Day, Stick Brick & Mortar as well as other group songs from their tradition-based albums.
Stevenson Productions, 8323 Justin Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809 A review of THE GREEN GROVE: SCOTTISH STORIES FOR CHILDREN by Dawn Sparacio, Ceili Magazine