The Collected Works of Gracia N. Jones "The great-great-granddaughter of Joseph and Emma Smith, Gracia Jones was tuaght as a young girl not to discuss her relationship to the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Year later, when as a young woman she joined the LDS Church, she was intrigued by what she heard of her ancestors, particularly Emma, who was some viewed as not quite Joseph's equal." Gracia set out to change the world's perception of her beloved ancestors. "Gracia N. Jones has degrees in family science, history and biblical studies from George Wythe College in Cedar City, Utah. She enjoys traveling, as well as genealogical and historical research. She and her husband, C. Ivor Jones, live in Southern Utah. They have eight children and thirty-three grandchildren.

	Emma and Joseph: Their Divine Mission ∙ is a careful, sensitive history describing the powerful sustaining relationship that Emma and Joseph shared and their tremendous mutual loyalty throughout the seventeen years of their marriage. Author, Gracia N. Jones write: "There is no doubt that Emma put her whole soul into the effort of helping to lay the foundation of the kingdom of God. Her faith in the truthfulness of [Joseph's Mission] caused Emma to turn her back on parents, social position, security and all things a girl holds dear, to share a beggar's life with her prophet husband, whose entire energy was directed toward fulfilling God's commandment to take the message of the Restoration to the whole world . . ." Joseph's devotion to Emma shines through his numerous letters to her. Of Emma, Joseph wrote, "She that was my wife, even the wife of my youth, and the choice of my heart . . . Again she is here, even in the seventh trouble---undaunted, firms and unwavering---unchangeable, affectionate Emma!" In sharing her very personal study of Joseph and Emma, including letters not published elsewhere. Gracia offer readers new understanding into these two very important figured in Church history and the various events that shape their lives. Insightful and thoroughly documented, Emma and Joseph: Their Divine Mission will undoubtedly become a classic among all students of LDS Church history. Not only does it contain information that has not been widely available, it presents many familiar incidents in a new light, from the author's unique perspective.
	Emma and Lucy ∙ Because of her unwavering devotion to the restored gospel, Lucy Mack Smith has come to stand as a beloved role model in Church history. And Emma, referred to by the Lord as an elect lady, never faltered in her testimony of her husband's mission and of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. But this is not a book about these women individually, for Emma and Lucy had a close, intertwined relationship. More mother than mother-in-law, more daughter than daughter-in-law, they were also women in Israel. Bound together by the gospel, their mutual admiration and friendship, and their love for and devotion to Joseph, these women became inseparable later in life as Emma lovingly cared for the aged Lucy. Carefully researched by the great-great-granddaughter of Emma and Joseph, this remarkable book offers a deep, thoughtful, and tender look at these two most important women of the Early Church. A fascinating and worthy read for every person interested in Church history. Click on picture to order from BYU Bookstore.
	Priceless Gifts: Celebrating the Holidays with Joseph and Emma Smith ∙ In Joseph and Emma Smith's world, there were no twinkling lights on Christmas trees or strings of neon decorations across city streets; and by today's standards they might not have celebrated the holidays with much fanfare. But their lives demonstrated the priceless spiritual gifts they shared. This fascinating book, researched and written by the great-great-granddaughter of Joseph and Emma, chronicles the seventeen years of their marriage and includes descriptions of how the Prophet and his wife celebrated their holidays. Some of these occasions were filled with joy, others with great sadness and tribulation. Generally, their holidays were spent in service to the Church, and always with a spirit of thanksgiving for the restored gospel. From Joseph's obtaining the golden plates in 1827 to his martyrdom in 1844, Emma believed in him and security to further the work of the Lord. Once you have read Joseph and Emma's story, you will never think of "holidays" in quite the same way again. Their unique legacy reaches far beyond traditional celebrations to touch our hearts and enrich our spirits with messages of hope, peace, and love.

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