Amanda Cox loves to communicate through story, crafting multidimensional characters that connect emotionally with readers. Her background in Bible and theology, combined with a master's degree in professional counseling, provides a unique lens through which she explores the human psyche. Over a decade of working with families facing hardship has deepened her understanding of emotional connection and allowed her to create resonant characters. Her storytelling offers readers an empathetic and engaging perspective on life.
Beekeeper Beckett Walsh was living her dream working alongside her father on their small farm until his unexpected death thrusts a new part-owner into her world. Callie Peterson threatens not only her livelihood, but her beliefs about the goodness of the man she'd always perceived to be her kind and faithful father.
Present Day. Sarah Ashby returns to her childhood home, determined to finally follow her dream of running the family business alongside her mother and grandmother. So when her mother, Rosemary, announces to her that Old Depot Grocery is closing, Sarah and her grandmother, Glory Ann, make a plan to save the store. But Rosemary has worked her entire life to make sure her daughter never follows in her footsteps. She has her reasons--but she'll certainly never reveal the real one. 1965. Glory Ann confesses to her family that she's pregnant with her deceased fiancé's baby. Pressured into a marriage of convenience with a shopkeeper to preserve her family's reputation, Glory Ann vows never to love again. But some promises are not as easily kept as she imagined. This dual-time story from Amanda Cox deftly explores the complexity of the mother-daughter relationship, the way the secrets we keep shape our lives and the lives of others, and the healing power of telling the truth.
In this third installment of the 'Cookie Felt Sad' series, readers are invited to delve deeper into Ginger's character. The story promises to explore her emotions and experiences, offering insights into her world and the challenges she faces. Through relatable themes and engaging storytelling, the book aims to foster understanding and empathy, making it a delightful continuation for fans of the series.
Experience life through the eyes of Cookie, a character who invites readers into her unique world. The narrative explores her thoughts, feelings, and adventures, providing a vivid portrayal of her daily experiences. As Cookie navigates her environment, readers gain insights into her personality and the challenges she faces, making for an engaging and relatable journey. The book emphasizes themes of resilience, curiosity, and the importance of perspective in understanding one's surroundings.
In this dual-time narrative, Ivy Rose returns to her hometown to oversee an estate sale but soon discovers her grandmother left behind more than trinkets and photo frames--she provided a path to the truth behind Ivy's adoption.