Janell Goodrich York is a retired high school guidance counselor. She was born in Indiana, but raised in a small town in Southwest Missouri. Janell loves to travel, especially to beach destinations. She loves to hang out with her family and spoil her two dogs. Janell is a girl mom of three awesome adult daughters and Meme to five “perfect” grandkids. Janell lives in Missouri with her wonderful husband. Her debut novel, The Day Sarah Ran Away, was published by Scrivenings Press August 2025.
What Readers are Saying:
Characters Come Alive
The Day Sarah Ran Away is an ongoing blend of the ups and downs of human emotions as Sarah develops a sense of adventure and purpose for her life. Humorous highlights make this such a fun read. The characters come alive through excellent imagery and action. ~R.A.M.
Touching and Realistic
I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Day Sarah Ran Away. I laughed until I could hardly breathe at times but cried along the way also. A very touching and realistic story. I loved the details given because they helped me envision the place and scene taking place plus the colorful people. A good read!
BAS