Praise for books by G.L. Gooding:

"Satisfying tale of loss and redemption..."
~BlueInk Review

"Surprising follow-up that adds unimagined dimensions to a holiday classic..."

~Foreword Reviews

"Exceptionally well written with a genuine and memorable flair for the kind of 'feel good' narrative fiction that wins literary prizes...fully entertaining, engaging, and memorable..."

~Midwest Book Review

"Fans will come away with a familiar sense of warmth in their hearts..." ~Kirkus Reviews

"A riveting good read by an author with a genuine flair for originality and the kind of narrative driven storytelling style perfectly suited to a mystery suspense thriller..."
~Midwest Book Review

Bio / Profile

American novelist G. L. Gooding is the author of eight novels that have resonated with readers around the world.

His hit historical series Velma’s Story begins with Where Courage Began and continues with Road to Resilience, The Long Journey, and Beyond Expectations. Based on the true-to-life story of Gooding’s mother, the series explores family, friendship, and resilience in Depression-era America and beyond World War Two.

His award-winning Fresh Snow on Bedford Falls continues the story of It’s a Wonderful Life, blending mystery, history, and redemption. The novel is available in multiple formats, including an audiobook narrated by George Guidall.

In Yellum, Gooding tells the story of a humble donkey destined for a sacred role, offering a moving reflection on purpose and worth.

Murder in Minnesota and Felonies in Florida launch the Wandering Woodie Mystery series, following a Vietnam veteran whose road trip in a restored 1946 Ford Woodie turns into a journey through mystery, murder, and the past.

Gooding lives in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, with his wife, Sarah, and their beloved dog, Cooper.