Wisdom in Her Words

A novel about grief, love, and the voice that never truly leaves.

When sixteen-year-old Eliza James discovers her late mother's diary tucked away in the attic, she opens more than just a book—she opens a doorway into a part of her mother's life she never knew. Entry by entry, Eliza begins to piece together not just who her mother was, but who she herself is becoming.

As the words on the page offer comfort, advice, and long-buried secrets, Eliza starts to find healing in the quiet wisdom her mother left behind. And in the process, she learns that some voices never really leave us—they live on in the choices we make, the people we love, and the words we carry forward.

A tender coming-of-age story about loss, identity, and the strength it takes to write your own story.

What Comes After

The diary ended. Her story didn't.

After sharing her mother's diary with the world through her blog, Eliza James is no longer defined by grief—but she's still figuring out what comes next. When her biological father invites her to spend the summer in a quiet coastal town, Eliza steps into the unknown, ready to discover the parts of herself that were never written down.

As she navigates deepening friendships, first love, and unexpected truths, Eliza begins to write her own story—one filled with questions, hope, and the courage to begin again.

A poignant sequel about growth, creative identity, and the quiet beauty of becoming.