The Keeper of Stories

‘With its blend of humor, wisdom, and touching moments, this story introduces characters that linger in your heart,’ praises Hazel Prior, known for her Richard & Judy Book Club Pick, "Away with the Penguins." In "Dorset Magazine," the debut novel is celebrated for its broad and unique cast of characters, with Janice standing out as an authentically engaging protagonist. Celia Anderson, the author of "59 Memory Lane," finds the narrative to be enchanting, describing it as warm, thoughtful, funny, and profoundly moving. Phaedra Patrick, who penned "The Library of Lost and Found," calls it a treasure filled with emotion and a heartfelt array of characters you'll enjoy discovering.The journey begins without a clear catalyst—perhaps just a snippet of a conversation heard while scrubbing a sink. Soon, as she busies herself with dusting or defrosting, Janice becomes a magnet for the stories that people share with her. Whether they were always drawn to her or whether something has changed, these tales now weave themselves into her life.Entering the life of Mrs. B, an astute and cunning nonagenarian, Janice encounters someone who is curious about her own story. However, Janice identifies as a collector of stories rather than a narrator of her own. For her, there's nothing to reveal—or so she thinks. But Mrs. B senses a hidden depth to Janice, pondering what secrets lie beneath the surface. After all, doesn’t everyone have a tale waiting to be told?