Media Kit

Amy Willoughby-Burle grew up in the small coastal town of Kure Beach, NC and now lives in Asheville, NC with her husband and five children. When not working on her own fiction, she teaches high school literature and creative writing.  She is also the director of Wildacres Writers Workshop.

She is the author of the novels The Lemonade Year, The Year of Thorns and Honey, The Other Side of Certain and Even if Nothing Else Is Certain. Her award winning short fiction has been published in numerous journals and in her collection, Out Across the Nowhere. Her fiction focuses on the importance of family and friends and centers on the themes of forgiveness, second chances, and finding the beauty in the world around us. She likes to write about the wonder and mystery of everyday life. 

Praise for her work includes:

For Out Across the Nowhere:

“These stories give the reader the vivid language and compelling narratives that are the trademarks of the best short stories. Out Across the Nowhere is an astonishing debut.” Ron Rash, New York Times bestselling author of Serena and The Cove.

For The Lemonade Year

“When life gives you lemons, read this book. It’s a delicious glass of humor, heart, and hope.” Sara Gruen, New York Times bestselling author of Water for Elephants and At the Water’s Edge.  

For The Year of Thorns and Honey

“Amy Willoughby-Burle has crafted a warm, heartfelt story of second chances, exploring how we move forward in grace. With stunning emotional and psychological depth, the novel’s engaging characters wrestle with decisions large and small–and discover that starting over can be the most meaningful gift of all.” Heather Bell Adams, award winning author of Maranantha Road and The Good Luck Stone. 

For The Other Side of Certain

As a fan of southern fiction, I had high expectations for The Other Side of Certain and Amy Willoughby-Burle exceeded them all. She weaves an inspiring story of redemption and finding home in a rough-around-the-edges town that both intrigues and entertains from page one. Simply put, the book is lovely! With thought-provoking dialogue, characters you can’t help but cheer for, and poignant symbolism, Burle tackles the topic of hell on earth–as well as in man–displaying God’s grace and mercy throughout. The ending will leave readers with a smile on their face and hope in their heart. 

-Beth Pugh–Award-winning author of The Valentine Proposal and The Santa Run

For Even if Nothing Else Is Certain

It’s a comfort and joy to return to Certain, Kentucky in this second novel of the series. Even if Nothing Else is Certain is a heartfelt story about healing, forgiveness, and the true meaning of home. This novel is perfect for anyone who’s ever tried to make amends for a past mistake; put simply, it’s for all of us. Through the characters of Ruby and Cole, Amy Willoughby-Burle has generously crafted a reminder of what remains in times of hardship: faith, hope, and love. Rich with historical details, a strong sense of place, a swoon worthy romance, and memorable characters, this novel offers a much-needed message of redemption.

Heather Bell Adams, author of Maranatha Road and The Good Luck Stone