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Amanda Tero Matthews

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Amanda Tero loves getting lost in the world of fiction. If she’s not reading or listening to audiobooks, then she’s working on her own stories and worlds.

She writes YA Christian fiction under Amanda Tero (best known for A Strand of Hope and Tales of Faith), clean Christian beach romances under Amanda Tero Matthews (coming in 2026), and co-authors Christian cozy mysteries under Chelsea Michelle (2025 Selah Awards finalist, Transactions We Expose).

Find free stories & subscriber to her newsletter at amandatero.com/newsletter

Also, follow her on Instagram @amandaterobooks
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Amanda Tero Matthews I enjoy being able to share what God has helped to learn in stories. If I had narrow it down to what's "best," probably the excitement of seeing how G…moreI enjoy being able to share what God has helped to learn in stories. If I had narrow it down to what's "best," probably the excitement of seeing how God provides the ideas I need and brings a story to completion. :)(less)
Amanda Tero Matthews I design all of my own book covers using Photoshop Elements 10 (I know there are programs out there specifically for graphics design, but it's what I …moreI design all of my own book covers using Photoshop Elements 10 (I know there are programs out there specifically for graphics design, but it's what I have). I like using a few images and putting them together (the eraser tool is fantastic!) to create one-of-a-kind covers. Feel free to ask more in depth questions. :) I'm willing to answer in more detail.(less)
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A Sweet Cinderella Retelling

A Sweet Cinderella Retelling: Night of Dance by Erin Halbmaier

This was a sweet Cinderella retelling. It has all of the Cinderella elements you love: snobby step-sisters, a mean step-mother, a twist of a kindly neighbor for the godmother, and a prince who figures out a plan to not be the prince at his own ball.

There was only hints of magic. It was a clean romance with a sweet kiss. It set up the couple nicely for their novel

I would hand this book to a teen wh

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Amanda’s Recent Updates

Coasts & Coworkers by Amanda Tero Matthews
"This was a really cute book! I think the romance flowed well, the Christianity felt real and not cheesy.
The timing of everything went well and I think that the boundaries talk was well written and felt real
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Coasts & Coworkers by Amanda Tero Matthews
"Coasts & Coworkers was a refreshing romantic novel. I enjoyed Everwild island and would love to visit, if it were a real location! The island was attractive because it had a small town feel with the added bonus of the beach. It was a joy to watch Nat" Read more of this review »
Coasts & Coworkers by Amanda Tero Matthews
"Why I love this book:
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- Natalia
- Noah and Natalia 🥹
- The fact that they're both writers
- The tension (between them and between them and... one specific character)
- The emotions and healing from trauma (A little embarrassed to admit I cried... b" Read more of this review »
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Yay! I have another favourite to add to my ever-growing shelf! Amanda has written such a beautiful story with flawed characters on a journey to find peace and grace. She has woven throughout her book God's love and forgiveness and how that " Read more of this review »
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This took me way too long to read just because of life … but I loved every minute of it!

I’m not a huge romcom slapstick humor fan, but the few instances in this book were honestly perfect and truly funny.

The wit and sarcasm? There were so many one-li
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Wow, so many thoughts.

First, I loved it. It’s like a historical romance family saga. It’s definitely a deeper read, and I had to pause reading some days because it was too heavy for that particular day, but I couldn’t stay away from it long, and now
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Quotes by Amanda Tero Matthews  (?)
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“It is impossible for one to show love unless he has accepted love.”
Amanda Tero, Journey to Love: Marie's Journey, 1901
tags: love

“There comes a point in our lives when we must decide for ourselves. Will we surrender to the God of the universe and place our trust in Him as our God, or will we fight against Him?”
Amanda Tero, Quest for Leviathan
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“I prayed the Lord would bring you home alive. That He would reveal to you the greatness of His plans above your own.”
Amanda Tero, Quest for Leviathan

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Shantelle Thank you for the friend request, Amanda! :)


Amanda Matthews Olivia wrote: "Thank you for the friend request :)"

And thanks for reviewing my stories. :) :)


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