Award-Winning Author Debbie Engle Shares a Powerful Story of Faith, Heartbreak, and Hope in I Am the Real Runaway Bride
Oct 22, 2026
Three-Time Award-Winning Author Debbie Engle Shares a Powerful Story of Faith, Heartbreak, and Hope in I Am the Real Runaway Bride
Portland, Oregon Oct 22, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - For many women, the journey toward finding lasting love can be filled with unexpected turns, broken promises, and moments of doubt. In her three-time award-winning book, I Am the Real Runaway Bride - Hope and Encouragement as You Wait for the Right One, author Debbie Engle shares her remarkable true-life story of navigating heartbreak, overcoming societal expectations, and discovering a deeper sense of purpose through her relationship with God.
Engle's story challenges the belief that a woman must settle for a relationship simply to avoid being alone. Despite walking away from three engagements, she faced criticism from others who considered her too picky or feared she would become the family's lifelong single woman. Yet rather than allowing these expectations to dictate her future, Engle continued searching for a life grounded in faith, personal conviction, and hope.
Through candid storytelling, Engle takes readers through the emotional realities of broken relationships, unfulfilled dreams, loneliness, and heartache. Blending moments of humor with deeply moving reflections, she offers an honest account of her 46-year journey as a single Christian woman waiting for the right partner. More than a story about romance, the book explores the importance of understanding one's worth, finding peace in uncertainty, and trusting that life can hold meaningful possibilities even when expectations remain unfulfilled.
The inspiration behind the book came from Engle's own experiences of sharing her story with women who were divorced or unhappy in their relationships. When these women expressed how her experiences had given them hope and the courage to leave unhealthy relationships, she recognized that her story could reach and encourage many others facing similar struggles.
Through I Am the Real Runaway Bride, Engle hopes to remind readers that their value is not determined by their relationship status. Her message centers on the belief that a fulfilling life begins with a meaningful relationship with God, who gives every person purpose and enduring worth. She encourages readers to seek spiritual fulfillment rather than expecting a romantic relationship, wealth, or material possessions to satisfy their deepest needs.
Beyond her work as an author, Engle is a teacher, educational therapist, speaker, and trainer who is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. Her professional work includes supporting children with learning difficulties, consulting with parents who want to strengthen their parenting skills, and speaking about children with special needs. She also advocates greater inclusion and encourages churches to reach out to individuals with disabilities.
As a wife to Dan and stepmother to Patrick, Engle continues to use her personal experiences and professional expertise to inspire others. Her work reflects a commitment to helping people recognize their potential, find encouragement through difficult seasons, and build lives rooted in faith and purpose.
Engle has shared her message through a radio interview with Kate Delaney, appearances on several podcasts through PodMatch, and an interview on Done with Dating hosted by John Petrozzelli. She also participated in the South Carolina Book Lovers Expo in Columbia, South Carolina, in 2024. She welcomes opportunities to speak with women's groups, singles' groups, and churches interested in conversations about faith, relationships, self-worth, and finding hope during seasons of waiting.
For readers experiencing relationship uncertainty, disappointment, or the pressure to conform to society's expectations, I Am the Real Runaway Bride offers an encouraging reminder that being single does not diminish a person's value or purpose. Through her story, Engle invites readers to reconsider what it means to wait, trust, and live meaningfully while embracing the journey ahead.
About the Author
Debbie Engle is a three-time award-winning author, teacher, educational therapist, speaker, and trainer. She is passionate about supporting parents, grandparents, students, singles, and churches through education, encouragement, and advocacy. Her work focuses on helping children with learning challenges, equipping parents, and promoting greater inclusion for people with disabilities. Her book, I Am the Real Runaway Bride - Hope and Encouragement as You Wait for the Right One, shares her personal journey of faith, heartbreak, and hope while encouraging readers to discover their worth and trust God's purpose for their lives.
Media Contact and Further Information
Readers can learn more about Debbie Engle, her book, and her speaking opportunities by visiting her official website at https://debbieengle.com.
The Spotlight Network on I Am the Real Runaway Bride by Debbie Engle
Media Contact
Seven Chapter Literary
+19712989500
8327 SE Schiller St
Source :Seven Chapter Literary
This article was originally published by IssueWire. Read the original article here.
More News
Judge Limits Candace Owens’s Liability in Macron Defamation Case
The French president, Emmanuel Macron, and his wife, Brigitte, sued Candace Owens in 2025 over claims she made about Ms. Macron’s gender. A judge said the court had jurisdiction over her companies but not her.
I get £4,062 a year and am trying my best - here's what I want from the Budget
People on a range of incomes from £4,062 to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget.
'An annoying buzz': The search for stealthier drones
As drone deliveries become more commonplace, their makers are looking for ways to make them quieter.
China's families are now supporting more old people than kids
The latest figures mark a major milestone as Beijing grapples with an ageing population.
Bots Drive Online Chatter About Races in Kansas and Texas
Much of the online discourse about Senate races in Texas and Kansas is coming from accounts that appear to be automated, according to new research.
Landline switchover could cut people off in emergency, minister warned
Plans to switch to digital landlines by January could leave remote areas of the UK vulnerable, MPs say.
Why this British plumber prefers working in Poland
Poland is now achieving formidable economic growth rates and fast rising living standards
How much is the minimum wage?
What are the National Minimum Wage and the National Living Wage, and how much are they worth?
More cats abandoned 'due to rising costs'
The shelter has seen a "huge increase" in the number of cats it has taken in, compared to last year.
Who Stands to Gain From an Anthropic I.P.O.
Wall Street banks and chipmakers are among those poised to capitalize on the artificial intelligence giant’s public trading debut.
GM Is Leaving NYSE for the Nasdaq After More Than 100 Years
After more than 100 years on the New York Stock Exchange, the automaker is shifting its listing to the Nasdaq, which is home to many technology companies.
Minimum wage set to rise but 18-20 year-olds will not get bigger increase
Chancellor John Healey will reveal the new pay rates in the Budget, and has also announced measures to help households with the cost of living.
YOUR NEWS, OUR NETWORK.
Do you have Great News you want to tell the world?
Be it updates about your business or your community, you can make sure that it’s heard by submitting your story to our network reaching hundreds of news sites across 6 verticals.