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A teenage girl uncovers the dark secrets of her Smoky
Mountain town while searching
for a missing classmate in this gripping coming-of-age
mystery perfect for fans
of Where the Crawdads Sing.
Nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Beulah has
always seemed
steady—rooted in tradition, shaped by generations, and slow
to change. But in 1986,
the ground has shifted, and no one feels that more than
fifteen-year-old Barrett
Childress Owens. Between her parents’ unraveling marriage
and a school full of kids
she can’t connect with, she feels invisible in her own
hometown.
When Lacy Gunderson, the captivating new girl everyone is
curious about, suddenly
vanishes, the town’s calm surface fractures. Search parties
comb the woods. A police
investigation begins. Rumors multiply. Families close ranks.
And Barrett begins to
sense how much the adults around her choose not to say. As
Beulah clings to its
usual rituals—including the annual Miss Kudzu pageant, which
has shaped local
girlhood for decades—Barrett is forced to navigate a
community where loss lingers in
the air and secrets are carefully kept. Her journey through
the uncertainty reshapes
her understanding of friendships, family, and the complex
place she calls home.
A rich coming-of-age story with a pulse of mystery and a
budding romance, What
Happened in Beulah explores the fault lines of a
small town and the courage it takes
to face the truths people would rather bury.
She Writes Press (October 20, 2026)
Audiobook: B0HB7D3M2Z
ASIN: B0GPDC6LFN
ISBN-13: 979-8896364801
Print length: 288 pages
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Christy is the award-winning author of the bestselling debut
novel The Truth About Horses (2023), which earned multiple literary awards and
widespread acclaim for its emotionally resonant storytelling, unforgettable
characters, and heartfelt exploration of resilience, family, and hope.
She is also the author of the children’s books The
Not-So-Average Monkey of Kilkea Castle, Petri’s Next Things and The Cat
Named Peanut Shrimp Cookie Fry Muffin Who Lives on Staniel Cay.
In addition to her literary career, Christy is an
accomplished actress and producer who has appeared in more than twenty feature
films, including American Hustle, Joy, The Women, Ted 2, and The Forger.
Committed to nurturing creativity, mentorship, and
storytelling, Christy founded YouthINK, a nonprofit organization in the U.S.
and Ireland that connects aspiring young creatives—including writers,
filmmakers, actors, artists, musicians, and storytellers—with accomplished
industry professionals who encourage, mentor, and inspire the next generation
of creative voices. She is also the founder of YOUthink Creative Wellness and
Writing Retreats, which offers immersive writing, creativity, and wellness
experiences for adults while supporting YouthINK’s mission.
A passionate advocate for literacy and the arts, Christy
serves on the Boards of The Associates of the Boston Public Library, the
American Film Institute, and the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company. She also
proudly supports Raising A Reader, reflecting her longstanding commitment to
fostering early reading.
The second-youngest of ten children, Christy was named after
Catherine Marshall’s beloved novel Christy and grew up in North
Carolina, where her lifelong love of horses began. Today, she divides her time
between New York City, Martha’s Vineyard, and her farm in Pennsylvania, where
she finds inspiration for many of her stories. She treasures time with her
family, four horses, two dogs, and the moments that inspire her writing.
Website: https://christycashman.com/
Facebook:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cashman.christy/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cashman.christy
Book Giveaways
Don’t miss the book giveaway! The winner will receive the What
Happened in Beulah. Enter at The Muffin from October 26 to November 8
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