Meet L. Abigail Bradeen

Loistene Abigail Bradeen is a devoted wife, mother, co-pastor, retired U.S. Army veteran, and award-winning author from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her groundbreaking debut novel, House of Prayer/Den of Thieves: A Memoir of My Escape from a Cult, co-authored with her husband, Arlen F. Bradeen, achieved remarkable recognition as the 2024 winner of the International Impact Book Award for best memoir.

Driven by a deep commitment to Christian ministry, she uses her experiences as a combat veteran and nurse to lead others to healing through a relationship with Jesus Christ. Her writing journey began in high school and culminated in her winning the Virginia Burke Writing Award at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she studied music. Her works command attention and are known for their emotional intensity and practical applications of Biblical teachings. Through her compelling storytelling, Loistene not only inspires but also compels her readers to embrace the transformative power of the cross, establishing herself as a formidable voice in contemporary Christian literature.