Each book I write has an origin story, and this book’s inception (my fifteenth book!) began at Walmart.
Most of you know I spent a good chunk of the last decade employed by Walmart. At first, it was a way for me to help out with house renovation bills. I started in the Lawn & Garden Center. I will never forget that May night nearly nine years ago when my husband and young boys came into the Garden center. I put down my leaky hose, wiped my hands on my super-attractive blue smock, and nearly fell into the petunias when my husband told me that my agent had left a message on the home phone with news of a contract offer from my dream publishing house. Talk about a Cinderella moment! ♥️ Shortly after this, I moved to the pharmacy department and obtained my technician’s license. Except for the night and weekend hours, I enjoyed this job. And, my imagination came alive.
You’ll see some of Scout’s experiences in the beginning chapters of The Way Home reflected in my own. But the pharmacy is just a springboard to a larger story. A story that will lead us to coastal Maine and back to the Beacon Bed and Breakfast. It’s a story about forgiveness and healing and second-chance romance. It’s a story about grace and compassion and humanity.
I sincerely hope you enjoy!