Hear, O Reader

Hear, O Reader: A Way of Listening is an invitation to slow down. Rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Shema-Hear, O Israel, and the gentle call of the prophet Micah, this book offers a quiet path of faith shaped not by certainty, but by attention. Through listening, remembering, loving, attending, teaching, and walking faithfully, readers are invited to discover how faith is formed over time-in ordinary days and steady return.Written in a warm, narrative voice, A Way of Listening introduces figures from the Christian tradition not as authorities to master, but as companions who learned holiness through patience, kindness, and presence. Each chapter creates space for reflection and silence, asking not what you know, but who you are becoming. This book is for those who carry questions gently, for those who love God more easily than they can explain Him, and for anyone seeking a faith that can be lived humbly and faithfully over a lifetime. Christian Fischer is a passionate storyteller, historian, and proud descendant of Elizabeth of York and King Henry VII. Inspired by a childhood gift of a red typewriter and a deep love for Shakespeare, Christian weaves history and imagination into richly layered stories that give voice to the forgotten - from Shakespeare's children to the hidden figures of the Tudor court.With roots stretching across England, Scotland, Germany, and Denmark, Christian's writing celebrates family legacy, resilience, and the power of memory. When not crafting adventures set in the streets of Henley-in-Arden or unraveling royal mysteries, Christian enjoys exploring ancestral history, creating evocative portraits of historical figures, and sharing these stories to inspire young readers and adults alike.Christian lives in the United States with family and believes in the magic of storytelling to connect generations, honor the past, and spark hope for the future.