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Jessica Schoettle

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Born

in The United States

Website

https://www.jessicaschoettlebooks.com

Genre

Memoir, Romance, Fiction

Influences

Glennon Doyle, Shauna Niequist, Emily Ley, and Joanna Gaines

Member Since

November 2025

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Jessica Schoettle is an indie author who writes feel-good books with heart.

Her stories are rooted in family, second chances, belonging, kindness, and the little moments that stay with us long after the last page. From the cozy coastal town of Driftwood Bay to her Books with Purpose children’s series, Jessica writes books meant to comfort, connect, and leave readers feeling something.

Her newest women’s fiction series begins with Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea, a heartfelt story filled with family secrets, fresh starts, romance, and the kind of small-town charm that makes you want to pack a bag and move right in.

Jessica is also the author of meaningful children’s books created to encourage kindness, understanding, inclusion, and important ...more

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Average rating: 4.85 · 183 ratings · 44 reviews · 59 distinct works • Similar authors

	Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea (The Driftwood Bay Series Book 1) 4.69 avg rating — 35 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	You Belong Here: Finding Connection and Courage in Motherhood it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 16 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Anxious Parent: Finding Peace When you Overthink Everything it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 9 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Raising Kind Humans in a Chaotic World: How to Nurture Empathy, Gratitude and Grace When the World Feels Upside Down (Heart & Mind Collection Book 3) 4.56 avg rating — 9 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Diapers and Diplomas: My Story of Motherhood, Milestones and Making It Work it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 7 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Family Blueprint: Creating a Foundation of Love, Tradition, and Purpose (Heart & Mind Collection Book 5) 4.80 avg rating — 5 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Let Her Grow: Finding Peace in Parenting Teenagers (Heart & Mind Collection Book 6) 4.20 avg rating — 5 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Rosie the Respectful Raccoon it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Kindness Initiative: Turning Compassion Into Action

The world feels heavy lately.
There is so much anger, division, and pain around us, and as parents, it can be hard to watch while trying to raise kind, compassionate children. I created The Kindness Initiative because I believe kindness still matters — and that it grows when we choose it intentionally.
The Kindness Initiative is a weekly program designed to support one mom or family in need. Each w Read more of this blog post »

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Jessica Schoettle liked the page escape's review of Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea (The Driftwood Bay Series Book 1): "Sometimes a book comes along that reminds you that life can offer new beginnings, even when you've experienced heartbreak and loss. Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea is a charming story about second chances, grief, family secrets and finding your way" Read more of this review »
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Jessica Schoettle liked Ruth Kyser's review of Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea (The Driftwood Bay Series Book 1): "Good story line. Enjoyed reading this book, although there seemed to be a lot of repetition. Made it drag in places, but still a good read. "
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Jessica Schoettle liked Kacie Conner's review of Where the Hydrangeas Meet the Sea (The Driftwood Bay Series Book 1): "A beautifully written story following grief and loss, reconnection, and unanswered questions. A story worth following and immersing yourself in. Driftwood Bay slowly captures your heart just as it did Emma’s. It’s about searching for answers and some" Read more of this review »
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