THE AUTHOR

Elise Monet is an award-winning journalist, a baby boomer, and a parent. Her extensive writing career was during decades when objective reporting was de rigueur. A passion for accuracy in reporting facts is conveyed in her memoir with precise descriptions of extraordinary spiritual encounters. Monet’s professional career includes two decades as a staff newspaper reporter and additional years writing as a columnist, editor, blogger, publications manager, and chapter contributor for nonfiction books. Monet graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor where she earned English and Journalism degrees. She has won writing awards from United Press International, Michigan Press Association, and various community and public organizations.