A SMALL TOWN WISCONSIN SERIES
At Jennifer Carmody Books, we bring heartwarming small-town stories to life—stories of friendship, resilience, love, and starting over. Dive into tales that will leave you smiling, crying, and craving more time with the characters who feel like friends.
Release Date 11/22/2022
Annabelle, Cole, Zoey, and Austin—lifelong friends in their 30s—navigate love, life, and change in the cozy town of Rockport. A new arrival, Liam from England, shakes up their bond in unexpected ways.
Release date 7/2/2024
One month later, Rockport’s beloved characters face fresh challenges and life-changing choices. Can they rebuild their futures while embracing their pasts?
Release date 2026
Coming Soon!
Jennifer Carmody is the author of The New Days series, a contemporary fiction trilogy set in the charming fictional town of Rockport, WI.
Her writing blends warmth, wit, and emotional depth, focusing on the themes of friendship, second chances, personal growth, and love in all its forms.
Growing up in Wisconsin, Jennifer developed a lifelong love for books early on—fueled by cozy libraries, quiet corners, and long afternoons lost in stories. That passion eventually evolved into her own storytelling.
When she’s not writing, Jennifer finds joy in her reading room with a hot cup of coffee and her dog, Wendy, curled at her feet.
She thrives on simple pleasures: meaningful conversations with friends, family dinners, and the gentle rhythm of life in South Central Wisconsin, where she resides.
Jennifer’s approach to writing is grounded in emotional honesty and thoughtful detail. She believes the best stories are those that make us feel seen—stories that leave us feeling a little more connected to ourselves and each other.
Her readers often say her books feel like coming home.
Whether you're looking for a quiet escape, a comforting read, or characters who linger in your heart long after the last page, Jennifer's books offer a world worth stepping into.
You can tell in the first few paragraphs that this book is for booklovers. I love the picture that is painted. And the dialog between characters cracks me up. Definitely relatable characters and subject matter. Will absolutely gift this book to both newly interested readers or seasoned book nuts.”
“I couldn’t put it down! I honestly can’t remember the last time I read a book I didn’t want to put down but this was definitely a contender. I enjoyed the chapter structure, dialogue between characters, the twists and turns and THAT ENDING!!! GIVE ME MORE!”
A cute small-town romance and friendship story. A sweet read! I love how well Jennifer developed the characters and their story. The relationships were very heartfelt!! Well done Jennifer.
Contemporary fiction
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Yes, at author events and the local bookstores. Feel free to use the contact page for more information on signed copies.
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