A collage of images from mountain peaks in western North Carolina, taken by and of Joy E. Rancatore, indie author, paired with a blog post "Weeping with the Mountains," about the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

Weeping with the Mountains

The Southeastern United States I know and love has been devastated. The mountains that have long held my heart are weeping.

I’m not sure people understand the severity of the situation. This is not a typical post-hurricane cleanup. In fact, “cleanup” isn’t even part of the discussion right now.

Read some facts about Hurricane Helene and current conditions, find ways you can help (links included) and learn more about the devastated areas.

12 Months of Reading

Calendar showcasing all the reading categories for the 2024 12 Days of Reading

LAM Book Club

November 7, 2024, at 8:00 PM (CT): Tap below for the direct Zoom link or scroll down to the twin graphic for more information and to subscribe for reminders and replays.

Multi-Genre Indie Author Joy E. Rancatore hosts a monthly virtual, interactive Book Club Chat. Join now!
Every Good Thing by Joy E. Rancatore, Southern fiction with Christian roots
Multi-Genre Indie Author Joy E. Rancatore hosts a monthly virtual, interactive Book Club Chat. Join now!
Follow Indie Author Joy E. Rancatore as she world-builds her fantasy series through this series of short fiction, the Tales of the Faerie Shepherds. www.joyerancatore.com
Indie Author Joy E. Rancatore offers book club kits and chats with book clubs. www.joyerancatore.com
QWERTY Writing Life Podcast: Candid Chats About Our Creative Lives with authors Joy E. Rancatore and Mea Smith