Judy

Judy asked Janet Benton:

Did you know about the Quaker faith before you wrote the book?

Janet Benton Hi, Judy! I did know a little--my mother attends Meeting often, and through living in Philadelphia, I learned some about Quakers, particularly activist women. I'd attended Quaker weddings and have Quaker relatives. But of course I learned a great deal more and had many more experiences in meetinghouses, retreat centers, etc. after starting the novel.

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Becky Zagor

Becky Zagor asked Janet Benton:

Not a mother and unfortunately physically unable and was just SO moved by the powerful descriptions in the book. You definitely transformed your love on to paper for me to experience and I so appreciate that! Any idea when your next book will be out?

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Goodreads asked Janet Benton:

What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Grumpybookworm

Grumpybookworm asked Janet Benton:

I absolutely loved your debut novel. I got it from the library, but I will have to get a hard copy of this one because it's a keeper. There are so many incredibly powerful stories coming out about women and so many of them (like yours) offer wonderful commentary on the plight of women throughout history and even still today. My question is what stories about women have inspired you and your own writing?

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