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How far would you go to help someone you love?

When Kim Norby's niece sends a distressing message, Kim and her friend Misty embark on a journey from the forests of Minnesota to the urban labyrinth of downtown Seattle. Along the way they find themselves entangled in a dangerous game of human trafficking. Rescuing the innocent will drive them to make unthinkable choices that blur the lines between good and evil. What really defines who is on the side of the angels?

Fair Game is the next book in the series that started with Death on Disappointment Mountain.

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Wait for the Lightning

What if we have missed the point of the first chapters of the Bible?

With humor, clarity, and accessibility, Jeff Krogstad unveils the hidden depths of Genesis. Gain a deeper understanding of the timeless narratives that shape our culture. Wait for the Lightning is your invitation to dive deeper into God's design for you and all creation.

Print copies available on this site. Kindle is available here.

Author events

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March 23, Fair Trade Books in Red Wing MN

April 12-13, Get Lit Book Fair in Washburn, WI

May 11, 10 am-1 pm, Hearthside Books in Watertown, MN

May 12, 9 am-1 pm, Zimmerman Home & Garden Center, Zimmerman MN.

May 18, 11 am-2 pm, Ferguson’s Books in West Fargo, ND

June 15, Author Fest in Park Rapids, MN sponsored by Beagle and Wolf Books & Bindery

June 22, Cherry Street Books in Alexandria, MN

WEDNESDAY, July 24, 5:30 pm, Chapter2Books in Hudson, WI

October 5, Deep Valley Book Festival, Mankato MN

Death on Disappointment Mountain

When death shakes your world, who will you trust?

Readers are comparing this book to the writing of William Kent Krueger and CJ Box. One described it as “an intricate tale of adventure and mystery set in the beauty of the wilderness in northern Minnesota.” Another said, “It grabbed me from the first page.”

If you like a good adventure story, check it out!

And if you’ve already enjoyed this story, good news! The next book in this series, Fair Game, is available on this website!

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Hi, I’m Jeff.

So glad you’re here! A little about me:

I’ve been playing with words all my life. At heart I’m a storyteller, and I love writing books. Much of my inspiration flows from the wild areas of northern Minnesota.

Some of my books are non-fiction. I served as a pastor for 30 years, and I still love helping people connect with God. Others are fiction stories about ordinary people doing extraordinary things. I really enjoy writing novels these days. You can find both my fiction and non-fiction on this site.

I’ve lived elsewhere and traveled a bunch, but I always came back to Minnesota, where I was born and raised. I love it here. My wife and I live on a small farm with two horses, a white cat, and a black dog.

I hope you enjoy my books. Thanks for reading.

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