The Lamplighter Rare Collector Series is a beautifully bound collection of inspiring, captivating, character-building literature, carefully selected and handsomely crafted. Each work reflects the skill and highly polished imagination of its writer. Engaging plots move with breathtaking mystery, drama, and adventure while insightful themes lay the foundation for the framework of character development and the pursuit of excellence. The dominant theme is hope—hope that does not disappoint, because nothing is impossible with God! Lamplighter books are most loved for their characters. From the very first chapter, a bond is formed between the characters and the reader, resulting in a vicarious experience that leads to reflective thought and life change. It is our commitment that each Lamplighter book instills moral values through role models that either demonstrate exemplary behavior or suffer the consequences of making wrong choices. A riveting plot, a worthy theme, and endearing characters will motivate readers, both young and old, to adopt a similar moral code by emulating the characters that have now been etched into their awakened conscience. 

Lamplighter receives many book suggestions each year.  Our first task is to determine which books will be selected for publication.  God provides these titles from a number of sources.  Our readers suggest many of them to us, while others might be stumbled upon while Mark is browsing through a pile of books at an antique bookshop.  Once a book is selected for possible inclusion into the Rare Collector Series, several trusted individuals are asked to review the content.  If the book meets with their approval, Mark Hamby personally reads the story with a critical eye to ascertain that biblical truths are being communicated and that the text meets Lamplighter's standards.  Upon Mark's approval, modifications are sometimes considered for each of our books.  Mark sometimes recommends changes to assure that each book contains biblical themes and that the spiritual messages within are theologically accurate.  Once the review process is complete, production can begin to bring this book into full publication.
      Each book is scanned into a digital file using software that converts scanned text into editable documents. Any images found in the original text are scanned separately into high-resolution files so that they can be prepared for digital entry into the printing process.  These illustrations are meticulously cleaned and restored digitally to bring out the full splendor of the original.  Each piece of the digital book is scrutinized to ensure that the digitizing process is true to the original.       

		Once digital files have been created for the book, they are put through a rigorous editing process.  Each book is edited by at least two experienced editors.  Minor adjustments are made to improve the readability of the text, although it is our goal to maintain the style and grammar rules held by the original author whenever possible.  Footnotes that might provide historical or geographical context for the story are considered, as well as notes to explain archaic or difficult words.  When changes to any content elements are proposed, they are vetted by Mark and the editors.  Modifications on this level are deliberated over intently, as it is not our desire to change the original author’s content.

     Once the text editing process is complete, the book layout begins.  The text is laid out on the page in a manner that will ensure readability.  The spacing, fonts, and font sizes chosen are all intended to provide the most readable book possible.  Literary details such as orphan lines, awkward spacing, and end-of-page hyphenation are all addressed.  Intense labor is invested into making sure that no detail is left unattended.  Artistic elements such as chapter headings, drop caps, and images are selected so that we can emphasize certain aspects of a chapter.  We deliberate over page numbers, title pages, headings, margin sizes, and page counts because we want our craftsmanship to shine through on every page.
      When you look at the cover of a book in the Lamplighter Rare Collector Series, you will instantly know that there is something special about that book.  Our artists create a custom cover for each of our books to give it a unique and tailored look.  We carefully select the materials that we think will work best with our cover art to complement the story within.  We only use hard covers that are foil stamped because we want to provide a product that will be just as enduring as the story has proven to be.  It is our goal that the content and the container will stand the test of time!