The countdown is over—my book launch is here! Join me as I share the behind-the-scenes journey of planning my first book launch, from navigating holiday scheduling chaos to last-minute venue changes.

Explore the journey behind Deborah Rudell's upcoming book, Grit & Grace. Learn how to win a free copy, get early access, and join the excitement on Goodreads!

Discover Deborah Rudell's inspiring writing journey in her latest interview with SDVoyager Magazine. Explore her reflections on storytelling, growth, and the publishing process. Read more!

Grit & Grace has been reviewed by Kirkus and it has an Accolade that says "Get it."   Only 25% of their reviews receive this accolade.  Happy first time author moment!

“Is this a photo journal? Or is there a story to tell here?” I was at Mimi’s Café with Helen Chang, a writing coach. She was looking at me with amused intensity. The question created internal conflict because I was sure I was supposed to do a photo journal of The Elixir Project but … there really was quite a story behind all the photos.

One of my fears about publishing a book, and particularly a memoir is having to speak to people about myself and my story. While teaching at the college, I can deliver directions and instructions to students without hesitation, but standing up and impromptu speaking has been a scary thing for me, and a lot of other people too, if the stats are accurate!

There is a moment in many lives, a crossroads, where the path of a life is radically altered. I would like to share one such moment with you …. a moment that shaped the last forty years of my life. And was why I began writing a book.