Sarah Hanks, Rendezvous ’26 Writer

Rendezvous with readers and writers in Nashville on November 7, 2026, to celebrate stories and enjoy encouraging fellowship. 

Meet Sarah Hanks at Read Write Rendezvous ‘26

Some stories remind us that the past is never quite as distant as it seems, and Sarah Hanks beautifully bridges yesterday and today in her award-winning split-time fiction. Through layered characters, meaningful faith, and emotionally resonant journeys, her novels explore the enduring power of grace, redemption, and hope across generations.

About the Writer

Sarah Hanks is a multi-award-winning author of split-time Christian fiction. Her background in teaching and children’s ministry prepared her for exercising her creativity as a writer, now her full-time job. She and her husband have ten children, a couple of whom seem to have inherited their mother’s love for playing with words and crafting stories. Though Sarah dreams of a cabin by the beach, the family lives jammed together in beautiful chaos near St. Louis, Missouri. She buys earplugs in bulk.

You can learn more about Sarah Hanks and her books on her website at sarah-hanks.com.

Genre: women’s fiction, dual/multiple timeline fiction, time travel

Currently reading: The Way Back by Heidi Chiavaroli

About the Featured Title

Whatever It Takes (Sisters in Arms #3)

At the brink of the Civil War, Henrietta Frontenac is a fierce protector of her five younger sisters. As poverty and despair threaten their survival, Henrietta takes a bold step to protect her family. She disguises herself as a man to find work at the docks and is soon swept into the ranks of the Confederate army. Facing unimaginable risks, will she maintain her secret identity, or will unexpected love unravel all she’s worked for?

In the present, Everly Moore, a former wild spirit turned compassionate chiropractor, has spent fifteen years trying to redeem her past. When her beloved sister Ivy faces the heart-wrenching challenge of infertility, Everly finds herself at a crossroads, unsure if she can confront her own trauma and step up as Ivy’s surrogate. After Everly and Ivy stumble upon the story of their brave relative Henrietta, they are inspired to confront their own fears. But will they make the difficult choices that could change their lives forever?

Also Available: Braving Strange Waters, Braving Fiery Waters, Braving Red Waters, Mercy Will Follow Me

All featured Rendezvous titles are listed on the JustRead Amazon Storefront, or visit the author’s website for more information. Learn more about Read Write Rendezvous… why (About page), what, where, who, and how (Event page). We invite you to join the waiting list in case more space opens up and/or support the event (Sponsorship and Promotional Opportunities page). 

Have you read any of Sarah Hanks‘s books? Let us know your favorites and which titles you add to your TBR!