Christian

Inspirational

Children’s Book

By Award-Winning Author, Speaker Liz A. Pitman

SETTING THE FOUNDATION OF IDENTITY, PURPOSE, AND WORTH IN THE HEARTS OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

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Just like Pete: As you read his story and follow his adventures, you will be inspired to:

Children's book titled "Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece?" by Liz A. Pitman with illustrated puzzle piece characters on a yellow cover. Features the 2024 Christian Market Book Award finalist badge.

Hear how loved you are!

  • Find out who God made you to be!

  • See your importance in God’s story!

  • Step into your special plan!

Activate Your Purpose!

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Introduction

For all the puzzle pieces in this world searching for their purpose, this book is written for you. “Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece?” is a children’s book that speaks to all ages about the crucial message of identity, worth, and purpose. As readers journey with the main character, they can personally insert themselves within the story. Pete, the puzzle piece, struggles to fit in and attempts to be like every other puzzle piece in the town. After trying to be anyone but himself, he feels like a failure. Instead of realizing his unique giftings, he leaves the town of Jigsaw and runs from his purpose. On his route to another town, he meets a boy named Will who sees Pete’s potential and encourages this discouraged puzzle piece to go back and pursue his dreams. In this encounter, an unlikely and incredible friendship begins. Join Pete, the puzzle piece, and his new friend, Will, as they experience the joyful surprise that awaits as Pete returns to Jigsaw and steps into his God-given destiny!

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What Pete’s Pals Are Saying!

Testimonial by Crystal Bowman praising Liz A. Pitman's book "Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece?". Describes the book's message that each child has a unique purpose created by God. Mentions Bowman's credentials as a bestselling author of children's books. Includes a headshot photo.
Quote from author Tama Fortner about the book 'Where is The Missing Puzzle Piece?' with her photo; she praises the book for reminding children and adults about their purpose in God's plans. Fortner is an award-winning and bestselling author.
A testimonial image features a person smiling, with text below providing a positive review of Liz Pitman's book, "Where is the Missing Puzzle Piece?" The review praises the story as fun and beautiful, highlighting its value for young children. The testimonial is given by Shae Bynes, author of "Grace Over Grind."
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Meet Pete

Pete, The friendly puzzle piece from the town of Jigsaw, didn’t know where he fit until he went on a journey of discovery where he found his true value and purpose in Jesus.

He loves having adventures and meeting new friends. Wherever he goes, Pete reminds everyone that they, too, are such an important part of the big picture.

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians 2:10, NLT

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MEET PETE LIVE

Join your pal, Pete, for an exciting time of fun, prizes, and a live reading of Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece? with the author, Liz Pitman.

And, drum roll, please: The grand finale includes the incredible opportunity to "Meet Pete" in person!

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Meet the Author

Liz Aldred Pitman is an award-winning author, speaker, and founder of Puzzle Piece Productions & Publications. Her book, Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece? received a Congressional Award from the US House of Representatives and also won the 2024 Christian Market Children's Book of the Year. Author of the Pete the Puzzle Piece Adventure Series, Liz loves to remind everyone that they are valuable in the big picture. The heartbeat of her books, ministry, and company are to set the foundation of identity, purpose, and worth in who God says we are: His incredible masterPIECE (Eph.  2:10).

Liz has worked and taught in Christian education for ten years where she found instructing the leaders of today to be such a blessing. Prior to teaching, she graduated from Mississippi College with an English Literature degree and also attended Calvary Chapel Bible College where she grew deeper in her relationship with the Lord. She has a heart for missions and has spent several summers volunteering at food banks in Israel. Her greatest joy is spending time with her family and teaming with her son, Joshua, who has inspired many of the characters in her books. Liz desires for all of the "puzzle pieces" in this world to realize their value and purpose as she encourages and champions them to step into their vital, God-given destinies. To book Liz to participate in a reading at your next event or to speak at an upcoming conference, fill out the contact form on the website or email: hello@lizpitman.com. 

Always remember that Just Like Pete the Puzzle Piece: You Are Loved. You Are Valuable. You Are God's MasterPIECE. 

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OUR STORY

From Missing Piece to MasterPIECE

We exist to encourage the missing puzzle pieces, those who feel lost, confused, or like they are sitting on a shelf wondering about their purpose in life, from feeling misplaced or discarded to truly understanding that they are God’s MasterPIECE.

Several years ago, God got my attention in my kitchen on an ordinary day. When I walked into the room, I looked up and saw a single puzzle piece sitting on the shelf. As I was about to reach out and throw it in the trash, the Lord unexpectedly told me not to touch it. Thinking there was no way I could possibly find where this piece fit, I obeyed but walked past this puzzle piece for several days as I prayed about what the Lord was trying to teach me.

In prayer, He revealed that so many people feel like that puzzle piece sitting on the shelf: they don’t know where they fit, where they belong, and just as I was about to throw out the puzzle piece in my kitchen, in the same way, many throw out their giftings as if they are junk. God wants us to know that we are very important to the big picture and that we need to step into our purpose. While praying, God downloaded the book, “Where Is the Missing Puzzle Piece?” And from the adventure of stepping out in writing with the Lord, the company Puzzle Piece Publications and Productions was born.

Our desire is for all the “Puzzle Pieces” in this world to realize their value and purpose as they step into their vital, God-given destinies.

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VISION

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EVENTS

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