Mental Health stories
that feel like home.
Find rays of hope in each page.
Welcome to a space where mental health stories emerge from the shadows,
where you find healing with each page turned and where every journey matters.
My stories are for you.
I write stories that remind you you're not alone, with hope, heart, and zero preachy self-help vibes.
This is where romance breaks down mental health stigmas.
Meet Gretchen Elaine
Through authentic storytelling and unflinching honesty, Gretchen Elaine creates literary sanctuaries where mental health conversations flow naturally. Her work focuses on breaking down gender-based stigmas and creating safe spaces for healing through literature and her helpful resources.
Mental health is a strong passion of Gretchen’s, who herself struggled to cope with and face it head-on for nearly fifteen years. Afraid of what others might say or think because of the stigmas attached to having a mental health illness. Today, she owns her diagnosis and doesn't shy away from sharing her story with anyone who feels alone or misunderstood. She's all about encouraging others to seek help and embrace what makes them uniquely them.
Connect with Gretchen
Whispers of Redemption Series
A groundbreaking exploration of men's mental health and the societal expectations that keep too many silent with complimentary tales of the women alongside the journey.
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Book One
Coming 2027
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Book Two
Coming 2027
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Book Three
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Book Four
Coming 2027
Whispers of Redemption was born from real experiences and struggles with mental health.
The series begins with a love story being challenged by struggles with PTSD and mental health, which lead the main characters down a path of destruction and pain. As each character travels through their own journey, there is light in the darkness that encourages us all to find hope even in moments of despair. It’s a journey where contemporary romance meets real-life struggles, making you feel seen.
Learn more about Gretchen’s thoughts behind the series in her journal.
Your Mental Health Matters
More than books about mental health,
Gretchen has a passion for treating her readers like family.
As you begin your journey reading through Whispers of Redemption, you’ll find a home here for resources about depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Contemporary romance books can discuss hard topics, leaving many of us feeling overwhelmed or anxious, so here you’ll find resources for support if you’re feeling down.
No struggle is too small to acknowledge or to find support for.
Find comfort in stories that reflect your experience, access practical mental health resources,
and join a book community that understands.
