SHAKEN
BY JILL AMBER CHAFIN
WINNER OF THE 2025 LITERARY TITAN SILVER BOOK AWARD
FINALIST FOR THE 2024 WISHING SHELF BOOK AWARDS
A young mother’s desperate choice leads to an unthinkable mistake in this gripping domestic thriller, exploring guilt, motherhood, and the fragile threads of connection that bind and break us.
Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Lisa Jewell, and Freida McFadden.
“A book that will haunt you long after you’ve turned the last page” —Literary Titan
JILL AMBER CHAFIN
I’m an award-winning author and editor with 20+ years experience producing and polishing high-quality content on a variety of topics, such as personal finance, entrepreneurship, parenthood, health, fitness and more. I received an Advanced diploma in creative writing from Te Pūkenga (New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology) and my Bachelor of Arts from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
BOOKS
SHAKEN
A young mother loses control and shakes her screaming baby, and in shock and denial of her own actions, allows suspicion to fall on her teenage babysitter. An investigation spirals out of control, threatening the relationships of all involved, with one question left to answer: Is redemption possible after you’ve done the unthinkable?
DESSERTS IN THE RAW
Indulging in a wonderful, guilt-free world of desserts doesn’t get much better than this! Finally, desserts that taste great and are GOOD FOR YOU! Learn to make beautiful, mouth-watering, gourmet creations using everyday ingredients such as dates, almonds, apples and oranges.
SUMMER WRITING CAMPS & CLASSES WITH JILL
Dive into the creative world of fiction, poetry, personal stories, novel writing, games, and more! In-person and virtual classes for ages 8 to adult.
In-person classes held at the Crazy Alan’s Emporium in Chapel Hill.
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