Hey, I’m Amy.
Author & Girl’s Girl.
Author of the only female-protagonist, national park-centered, kids’ book series, Strong Girls Travel.
Self-proclaimed Adventure Girl since age 45 (i.e. “late bloomer”).
On a mission to help girls - young and young at heart - get out of their heads, out of their ways, and define their adventures.
Why You’re in the Right Place
Community
I believe in the power of community and girls supporting other girls to be what they define is the best current version of themselves.
Originally, I started this website as a means to interview other women doing brave, intimidating things, and then writing up articles about those amazing humans. (Those are going to be reposted on the Community Page of this updated website each month! (Be sure to sign up for my newsletter so you don’t miss a feature!)
What I’ve learned through those stories is that when women support other women, everyone wins. Our families, our loved ones, our communities… when we get rid of the petty competition and open ourselves up to learning from each other, the world becomes much more open.
I would love for nothing more than to create a community of women looking to rebrand, forced to redefine, or choosing to refocus themselves into strong humans doing the brave, intimidating thing.
Resources
Looking for support on your next family road trip? I can help with that.
Want to start hiking or kayaking but think you’re too old? Been there.
Tempted to try solo camping or travel but afraid? Yeah, I get it.
See how I can relate with my own late-bloomer story over on my Author Page!
Let this site be a resource to provide great car reads for you & the kids on your next national park trip, inspiration from other women doing brave, intimidating things, and recommendations for more helpful resources toward your next safe, smart choice.
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The Reviews Are Coming In!
Now I know where I want to go next!
“So grateful I read this book. I learned about a place I had never even heard of before! And now I want to go! The story was inspiring and delightful. The illustrations clearly show the artist's love for nature. And the photographs of the travel adventure really sold me on the Indiana Dunes! Well done author and illustrator. Thanks for sharing your story and art."
Ethan J., Amazon review of Strong Girls Travel: AJ’s Adventures at Indiana Dunes
Another AJ adventure!
“Conquering her realistic and relatable problems, AJ sets off again to show her readers that anything is possible. I enjoy reading these books to my kids because the message is always a positive one and lesson to be learned. Another good book to add to the collection!”
Anna B., Amazon review of Strong Girls Travel: AJ’s Birthday at Congaree
Great adventure!
“This is a great lesson on embracing change! AJ had an experience that she didn't quite expect, but soon, disappointment turned to excitement! It's such a great story to teach that the unexpected can be even better than the expected! I loved the perspective in which the book was presented. You are AJ! How fun and entertaining is that!! The book is very creative, and the illustrations are wonderful!!”
Charlie, Amazon review of Strong Girls Travel: AJ’s Plans at Mammoth Cave