SOUTHERN BY DESIGN
SOUTHERN • WOMENS • CONTEMPORARY • fAMILY LIFE
Sweet Magnolias meets Fixer Upper in this delightfully refreshing debut about a woman bravely chasing her dreams, building a life on her own terms, and maybe even discovering a second chance at love.
Sweet Magnolias meets Fixer Upper
“With this Charleston-set debut novel Southern by Design, Grace Helena Walz has taken her place among such treasured Southern novelists as Dorothea Benton and Anne Rivers Siddons. Her stories and her voice is one readers are bound to adore.”
—Mary Kay Andrews, New York Times bestselling author of Summers at the Saint
“Fans of interior design, Southern secrets, and good, old-fashioned family drama will flock to Grace Helena Walz’s page-turning tale. A story of second chances and long-lost love as atmospheric as the Lowcountry itself, this is a positively charming debut from a stand-out new voice. Add it to your TBR list immediately!”
—Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of A Happier Life
“With bright, snappy dialogue, characters so real they jump off the page, and a Charleston setting to swoon over, Southern by Design is a sparkling debut! Walz is going to win fans with this sweet story of big dreams, to-die-for design, and real love.”
—Lauren K. Denton, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Hideaway
“What’s not to love about a humid Southern setting, a second-chance romance, and a family full of secrets? This debut novel sets Grace Helena Walz up to become an instant favorite for fans of Karen White, Kristy Woodson Harvey, and Patti Callahan Henry. Southern by Design is pitch perfect for book clubs, and just the right amount of sweet.”
—Kimberly Brock, award-winning author of The Fabled Earth
“Southern by Design is a refreshing and lighthearted read that beautifully captures the charm of Southern living while delving into the complexities of single motherhood, family dynamics, and second chances. Magnolia ‘Mack’ Bishop is a relatable and humorous protagonist whose determination to succeed, both professionally and personally, makes her journey one you’ll want to follow. The story’s blend of witty dialogue, unexpected twists, and heartfelt moments keeps you hooked from start to finish. If you love stories with strong, resilient women and a dash of Southern charm, this debut novel is a must-read!”
—Jennifer Moorman, bestselling author of The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds
“This charming debut has it all—second-chance romance, a balmy Southern setting, and plenty of long-held secrets that kept me turning the pages. As easy to imbibe as a glass of cold sweet tea on a hot summer day, Southern by Design is perfect for fans of Kristy Woodson Harvey, Karen White, and Mary Kay Andrews.”
—Colleen Oakley, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
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GRACE HELENA WALZ
Grace Helena Walzreceived a master’s in social work at the University of Houston and worked with children in foster care, as a medical social worker, and in a mental health capacity. She currently resides outside of Atlanta, GA, with her husband and two young children. She writes women’s fiction in the moments between sticking Band-Aids on scraped knees and coordinating pint-sized social engagements.