Welcome to Dear Graduate

I’m an author, teacher, musician, and minister sharing honest advice for life after graduation.

A cozy workspace with a stack of 'Dear Graduate' books, a notebook, and a steaming cup of coffee.
A cozy workspace with a stack of 'Dear Graduate' books, a notebook, and a steaming cup of coffee.
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A cozy reading nook with 'Dear Graduate: If I Only Knew Then...' open on a wooden table beside a steaming cup of coffee.
A cozy reading nook with 'Dear Graduate: If I Only Knew Then...' open on a wooden table beside a steaming cup of coffee.
A stack of 'Dear Graduate' books wrapped with a ribbon, ready to be gifted at a graduation party.
A stack of 'Dear Graduate' books wrapped with a ribbon, ready to be gifted at a graduation party.
The author signing copies of 'Dear Graduate' at a local bookstore event, smiling warmly at readers.
The author signing copies of 'Dear Graduate' at a local bookstore event, smiling warmly at readers.
A young adult reading 'Dear Graduate' outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by nature and notebooks.
A young adult reading 'Dear Graduate' outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by nature and notebooks.
Close-up of a page in 'Dear Graduate' highlighting practical advice on managing money and relationships.
Close-up of a page in 'Dear Graduate' highlighting practical advice on managing money and relationships.

This book gave me clear, honest advice I wish I’d had at graduation—practical and heartfelt guidance for real life.

J.S.

A cozy reading nook with a copy of 'dear graduate' open beside a steaming cup of tea and soft natural light.
A cozy reading nook with a copy of 'dear graduate' open beside a steaming cup of tea and soft natural light.

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