Beauty in His Time - Release Day!

Published 22 days ago • 1 min read

Hi Reader,

This week I went to the post office to mail some copies of my book to my amazingly supportive endorsers. As we finalized the transaction, the young lady behind the counter asked,
“Did you write this book? What is it about?”
I gave her a high-level overview, and her eyes widened with intrigue.
“My mom is Jamaican and my dad is African American. I can’t imagine the culture clash you went through. I feel it, especially about school, between me and my cousins.”
My mind raced as to how to share my book with her. I didn’t have a bookmark or an extra copy with me. (Note to self: always have a copy or card on me) I quickly looked up the listing on Amazon, and she took a picture of it before we parted ways.

When my publisher asked me who was the intended audience for this book, I thought of the women in my age-range, but I also envisioned young ladies like her. As I continue to get feedback on the book, I have also been encouraged by the men who have read and enjoyed it! Three of the endorsements featured in the book are by men who enjoyed the lessons in my journey. We have all been touched by issues of identity, relationships and belonging. I am grateful for the memories conjured and the conversations spurred because of my story.

My story finds hope in Ecclesiastes 3:11
"He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end."

I am still in awe of God's faithfulness throughout this process. He has taken an experience that felt so painful and used it to form something beautiful, for His glory.

Today is release day!! Beauty in His Time is officially available on Amazon in paperback or digital format. If you haven’t bought your copy yet, please do! And if you know someone who will be encouraged by this story, please feel free to spread the word.

This week I will celebrate this milestone with family and friends. I’ll be sure to share a few pictures next time.

Soli Deo Gloria,

Candace Leon

Author & Speaker

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