Ordinary Exceptionalism - by Bob Hoebeke (Paperback)

About the Book

Ordinary Exceptionalism is a fictional collection of inspirational short stories examining the lives of ordinary, everyday people doing exceptional things.

Book Synopsis

Now you can share in the fascinating lives of ordinary people - no super-heroes in this book, who achieve surprising accomplishments. Ordinary Exceptionalism is a collection of short fiction stories offering inspiration through the lives of everyday people just like you and me. Rising above themselves or their circumstances, each character finds faith, family, friends, and serving others as the foundational keys to a life of true happiness.

Author Bob Hoebeke shares a wealth of experiences from over forty years in the building and development business. From the high and mighty to the lowest of low, Ordinary Exceptionalism paints real emotional pictures through the fictional characters of each story.

Designed as an introduction to the upcoming Found by Love series, readers who don't have time to digest an entire novel will find Ordinary Exceptionalism a great alternative for their busy schedules. They'll see themselves through the eyes of different characters who are journeying through everyday struggles with passion and determination. This volume is perfect for your daily quiet time or for your small group or book club. Timely questions for thought and discussion are included in the back of the book.

Review Quotes

Sally Author's review

Jul 17, 2026

"Ordinary Exceptionalism is a beautiful collection of short stories that stay with you. Each tale reminds us that everyday people are capable of extraordinary things through faith, family, and service.

Perfect for busy readers or book clubs the discussion questions are a great bonus. Highly recommend!"