Stories of Family, Friendship, Self-Discovery, and New Beginnings

The Souls by the Sea Series

Coming Next

Bitter Disappointments 

When life falls short of expectations, what does it take to overcome our disappointments?

The Narcissist's Friend

Some friendships enrich our lives. Others reveal who we truly are.

On The Cusp

When life feels unbearable, how do we find a  way forward?

About the Series

Explore the lives of women navigating the opportunities and challenges of life's second act.

For readers who believe it is never too late to begin again, *Souls by the Sea* is an invitation to explore the many ways ordinary lives become extraordinary.

The series is set against the backdrop of Florida's gulf coast, reminding us that the sea is a timeless symbol of change, renewal, and possibility. I hope you find the books in the series entertaining and emotionally engaging.  Stories combine heart, wisdom, and hope with characters I hope you find relatable to your own life experiences.

Each novel stands alone while sharing a common setting, recurring characters, and themes of friendship, resilience, self-discovery, and personal transformation. Whether confronting difficult family dynamics, reevaluating friendships, pursuing long-forgotten dreams, exploring matters of the heart, or encountering experiences that challenge their understanding of the world, women in the series discover that growth remains possible at every age.

"Once again, Diane has brought her characters to life in this page-turner. Some of them you love, some you hate, and some you want to shake. Absolutely terrific story."