Biography
Janette Oke (née Steeves; born February 18, 1935) (pronounced "oak") is a Canadian author of inspirational fiction. Her books are often set in a pioneer era and centered on female protagonists. Her first novel, Love Comes Softly, was published by Bethany House in 1979. As of September 2016, more than 75 others have followed. The first novel of her Canadian West series, When Calls the Heart (1983), became the basis of the current television series of the same name. Janette Steeves was born in Champion, Alberta, to Canadian prairie farmers Fred and Amy (née Ruggles) Steeves, during the Great Depression years.Oke graduated from Mountain View Bible College in Didsbury, Alberta, where she met her future husband, Edward Oke, who later became the president of that college. The Okes have four children, including a set of twins. Oke's daughter, Laurel Oke Logan, has co-written books with her.Oke is a committed Evangelical Christian. She has written many books about her faith.
Filmography
all 14
Movies 14
Writer 13
When Calls the Heart (2013)
Love's Christmas Journey (2011)
Love Begins (2011)
Love Finds A Home (2009)
Love Takes Wing (2009)
Love's Unfolding Dream (2007)
Love's Unending Legacy (2007)
Love's Abiding Joy (2006)
Love's Long Journey (2005)
Love's Enduring Promise (2004)
Love Comes Softly (2003)
Spunky's Camping Adventure (1998)
Spunky's Circus Adventure (1998)
Spunky's First Christmas (1997)
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GenderFemale
Birthday1935-02-18 (89 years old)
Birth PlaceChampion, Canada
CitizenshipsCanada
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