CHARLESTON, W.Va. - s4story -- Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc., of Johnson City, Tennessee, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of The Harboring & other stories by Kathleen M. Jacobs.

Kathleen M. Jacobs is an award-winning, critically acclaimed author of books for young readers, including Honeysuckle Holiday. She has authored books of poetry and is a frequent contributor of commentary for several newspapers across the country. Her work has also been published in literary journals and magazines, including The Writer and Writer's Digest. She has twice been chosen Runner-up Best Author of WV. She is a former English teacher at the high school and college levels and holds an M.A. in Humanistic Studies. She can be reached at www.kathleenmjacobs.com and on IG @kathleenm.jacobs.

The Harboring & other stories is a collection that weaves together the resiliency of Appalachian women—in fact, all women—as they meet their seemingly insurmountable challenges with grace, celebrate their joys, and find ways to resolve all that remains unresolved in their lives. Each story finds a connection with the others until "The Harboring" brings it to an unexpected crescendo.

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When asked what inspired her to write her upcoming book, Jacobs explained, "Growing up and living every single day in the Appalachian region and watching Appalachian women meet their struggles head-on and find ways to persevere and move on with grace, dignity, and self-respect."

The Harboring & other stories is planned to be released in July 2025. Excited readers can secure their copy now by pre-ordering through Jan-Carol Publishing's online bookstore: https://jancarolpublishing.square.site/s/order?item=280#15.

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc. includes various imprints, each specializing in a particular genre—from Appalachian stories to children's books and more. At JCP, we believe 'every story needs a book.' For more information, call Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc., at 423.926.9983, or visit jancarolpublishing.com.

Jan-Carol Publishing, Inc.
P.O. Box 701
Johnson City, TN 37605
423.926.9983
www.jancarolpublishing.com/