Hi, I’m samantha cabrera.
Welcome, friend. I’m Samantha Cabrera, founder of Calla Press Publishing. My love for stories began early in life, when books became both my refuge and inspiration. In middle school, I read a story about a young girl who survived the Holocaust, and it opened my heart to the profound power of storytelling. Not long after, a pastor gifted me my first Christian fiction novel one Sunday morning after he found me staring at all the books on the wall—Sunrise Song by Catherine Palmer—which sparked a lifelong passion for faith-filled literature that reflects the heart of God.
In ninth grade, I wrote a letter to my Nana sharing my dream of becoming a writer and starting a Christian publishing house. That dream never left me. I went on to study journalism and art at the University of Mary Hardin–Baylor, where faith and creativity naturally intertwined in everything I created. After working in journalism and completing my master’s in writing, God led me to pursue what had always been on my heart—publishing Christ-centered stories that inspire, heal, and glorify Him.
In 2017, Calla Press began as an online literary journal, later growing into a print publication and, in 2023, a full-fledged traditional publishing house. Calla Press Publishing is now a proud member of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA). What started as a small creative venture has become a thriving community of writers, readers, and dreamers united by a shared love for truth and beauty. Our mission remains simple and steadfast: to publish books that are pure, lovely, and noble—stories that point hearts toward Christ.
As a certified 7-12 (ELAR) former classroom teacher turned homeschool mother, I love writing books that teach young minds the truth of God’s Word. I hold my MFA in Writing from Lindenwood University. My first children’s book, A Child’s First Book of Bible Words (2024), has been displayed in stores across the nation. To God be the glory! As a former studio artist, I also enjoy designing all of our book covers!
Today, I live in Texas with my husband, an OB/GYN, and our three children—Elias, Analia, and Belen. Alongside working as the Founding Publisher at Calla Press Publishing, I find joy in homeschooling, cooking, and hospitality. My greatest calling is as a wife and mother, and everything I do flows from the foundation of glorifying my Maker.
Samantha Cabrera has over a decade of experience writing and publishing Christian literature. She has worked as a writer for the women’s division of Faithlife Women for five years and has contributed to Christian Woman, Believe.com, and more. Her memoir, The Doctor’s Wife, received an honorable mention at the WriterCon 2021 contest. She has been featured in Women’s Insider, Voyage, Maplehurst’s Black Barn Online, and additional publications. Calla Press Publishing is listed in the Christian Writer’s Market Guide by Steve Laube, and she has had the privilege of working alongside several leading literary agents and publishers in the industry.
her BOOKS
Samantha’s approach to writing is rooted in simplicity, clarity, and spiritual depth, making foundational Christian concepts accessible to very young readers. She crafts her books with memorable sentences paired with engaging, child-friendly illustrations so that children can grasp both basic biblical vocabulary and deeper gospel truths. Samantha cares about beauty and depth for her books, so parents can feel joyful about displaying them in their homes.
CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Cabrera’s overall aim is for children not only to be introduced to key biblical words but also to begin appreciating their meaning through beautiful storytelling that points to the gospel.
other books
Cabrera is also the author of The Doctor’s Wife, which won an honorable mention at the WriterCon contest.
When Roots Grow Deep, coming soon
what endorsers are saying
“This is the sweetest book for little ones—teaching them about the fruit of the Spirit and what love looks like in ways they can understand, try, and live out. I can’t wait to share it with others!”
—Vaneetha Rendall Risner, author
“Timeless truths conveyed with artistry through both words and images make When Roots Grow Deep a must-have for parents and grandparents and the young children they read to. This book is simply beautiful!”
