About The Author

Chatty A. Smith was born in Florida as one of six children and raised by her mother, whose strength, resilience, and love shaped the foundation of her life. Today, Chatty still calls Florida home, living close to the very place where her childhood memories were formed—memories that continue to influence the stories she tells.

Family has always been at the heart of everything she does. She finds joy in cooking for those she loves, sewing with care, and getting lost in a good book. Some of her happiest moments are spent traveling alongside her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, creating memories that span generations and deepen her appreciation for connection and belonging.

Chatty’s writing style reflects the life she has lived—gentle, thoughtful, and rooted in warmth. She writes with a quiet honesty that values kindness, patience, and compassion, often drawing inspiration from everyday moments and the relationships that shape us. Her stories are meant to be comforting and meaningful, inviting readers to slow down, reflect, and rediscover the beauty found in simple acts of love and care.

Through both her life and her work, Chatty celebrates home, heritage, and the quiet beauty of togetherness, creating stories that are meant to be shared, remembered, and treasured…