THE AUDACITY OF SARA GRAYSON

About THE AUDACITY OF SARA GRAYSON

What happens when your mother’s dying wish becomes your worst nightmare? 

Sara Grayson is a thirty-two-year-old greeting card writer about to land the toughest writing assignment of her life. Three weeks after the death of her mother—a world-famous suspense novelist—Sara learns that her mother’s dying wish is for her to write the final book in her bestselling series.

Sara has lived alone with her dog, Gatsby, ever since her husband walked out with their Pro Double Waffle Maker and her last shred of confidence. She can’t fathom writing a book for thirty million fans—not when last week’s big win was resetting the microwave clock.

But in a bold move that surprises even herself, Sara takes it on. Against an impossible deadline and a publisher intent on sabotaging her every move, Sara discovers that stepping into her mother’s shoes means stumbling on family secrets she was never meant to find—secrets that threaten her mother’s legacy and the very book she’s trying to create.

Awards for Sara Grayson

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Best Debut Novel
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Best General Fiction
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Debut Novel of the Year
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Best General Fiction
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Joani Elliott - Whitney Awards
Winner
Best Debut Novel
Winner
Best General Fiction
Winner
Debut Novel of the Year
Winner
Best General Fiction
Recommended
Read
Joani Elliott - Whitney Awards

Praise for Sara Grayson

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“You know what it’s like when you discover a new writer whose witty and wise voice makes your heart sing? That’s Joani Elliott for me.…I stayed up too late turning pages. I loved it.”

Ann Garvin, USA Today bestselling author of I Like You Just Fine When You’re Not Around

“Joani Elliott writes with wit and originality…an inherently entertaining read from cover to cover and one that will linger in the mind and memory long after…very highly recommended.”

Midwest Book Review

“Readers will enjoy following Sara as she takes on the ambitious task her late mother assigned to her. Decades-old secrets, heartfelt high emotions, and even romance lurk along the twisty path.”

Library Journal

“Joani Elliott has written an enjoyable, funny, page-turning novel about the ups and downs of a woman’s quest to find herself and the family she thought she knew.”

Maddie Dawson, bestselling author of Matchmaking for Beginners

“From the moment I began this debut novel, I knew I was in for a treat. The Audacity of Sara Grayson is a rich tale…with dramatic twists at every turn. A compelling read!”

Susannah Marren, author of A Palm Beach Wife and A Palm Beach Scandal

“You know what it’s like when you discover a new writer whose witty and wise voice makes your heart sing? That’s Joani Elliott for me.…I stayed up too late turning pages. I loved it.”

Ann Garvin, USA Today bestselling author of I Like You Just Fine When You’re Not Around

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“Joani Elliott writes with wit and originality…an inherently entertaining read from cover to cover and one that will linger in the mind and memory long after…very highly recommended.”

Midwest Book Review

“Readers will enjoy following Sara as she takes on the ambitious task her late mother assigned to her. Decades-old secrets, heartfelt high emotions, and even romance lurk along the twisty path.”

Library Journal

“Joani Elliott has written an enjoyable, funny, page-turning novel about the ups and downs of a woman’s quest to find herself and the family she thought she knew.”

Maddie Dawson, bestselling author of Matchmaking for Beginners

“From the moment I began this debut novel, I knew I was in for a treat. The Audacity of Sara Grayson is a rich tale…with dramatic twists at every turn. A compelling read!”

Susannah Marren, author of A Palm Beach Wife and A Palm Beach Scandal

Read Audacity in your favorite format: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle or Audiobook

I love book clubs! Check out the resources available for book clubs who are reading The Audacity of Sara Grayson. I would love to drop-in on your book club, library group or bookstore event through a free virtual author visit.  Email me to check on my availability to connect online via Zoom.   

I love book clubs! Check out the resources available for book clubs who are reading The Audacity of Sara Grayson. I would love to drop-in on your book club, library group or bookstore event through a free virtual author visit. Email me to check on my availability to connect online via Zoom.   

I love book clubs! Check out the  resources available for book clubs who are reading The Audacity of Sara Grayson. I would love to drop-in on your book club, library group or bookstore event through a free virtual author visit.  Email me to check on my availability to connect online via Zoom. 

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Audacity is anchored in a personal writing journey.  I’m also a writing teacher at heart, and love sharing insights with other writers. Check out my Random Writing Quote Finder or some of my Favorite Books on Writing for help on developing and refining your skills. I’m also a big believer in the power of an effective writing critique group to transform your work in progress. Writers interested in joining, launching or rebooting a Writing Group can check out Writing Group 101 or my advice on How to Give Feedback. 

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Audacity is anchored in a personal writing journey.  I’m also a writing teacher at heart, and love sharing insights with other writers. Check out my Random Writing Quote Finder or some of my Favorite Books on Writing for help on developing and refining your skills. I’m also a big believer in the power of an effective writing critique group to transform your work in progress. Writers interested in joining, launching or rebooting a Writing Group can check out Writing Group 101 or my advice on How to Give Feedback. 

Audacity is anchored in a personal writing journey.  I’m also a writing teacher at heart, and love sharing insights with other writers. Check out my Random Writing Quote Finder or some of my Favorite Books on Writing for help on developing and refining your skills. I’m also a big believer in the power of an effective writing critique group to transform your work in progress. Writers interested in joining, launching or rebooting a Writing Group can check out Writing Group 101 or my advice on How to Give Feedback. 

Are you an English teacher? The Audacity of Sara Grayson, can be an engaging and inspiring kickstart to your creative writing curriculum. Check out my classroom materials for students and teachers who are embracing the “Audacity to Write.”

Are you an English teacher? The Audacity of Sara Grayson, can be an engaging and inspiring kickstart to your creative writing curriculum. Check out my classroom materials for students and teachers who are embracing the “Audacity to Write.”

Are you an English teacher? The Audacity of Sara Grayson, can be an engaging and inspiring kickstart to your creative writing curriculum. Check out my classroom materials for students and teachers who are embracing the “Audacity to Write.”

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