Joanie Shawhan

Joanie Shawhan shares true-life stories, offering her reader an eyewitness view of the action. Her Selah Awards Finalist book, In Her Shoes: Dancing in the Shadow of Cancer, reflects the value of “Your story plus my story become our stories.” An ovarian cancer survivor and registered nurse, Joanie speaks to medical students in the Survivors Teaching Students program. She co-founded an ovarian cancer social group: The Fried Eggs—Sunny-Side Up. Several local television stations and a cable network have featured her book and ovarian cancer journey. Joanie has made guest appearances on national radio programs and podcasts. Publishing credits include: Guideposts Divine Interventions, Snapshots of Hope & Heart, Wit, Whimsy & Wisdom, Life Repurposed, We May Be Done But We’re Not Finished, God Still Meets Needs, The Upper Room, and Coping with Cancer Magazine. When not attending her book club or writing critique group, Joanie advocates for ovarian cancer awareness and enjoys swimming, knitting, and playing autoharp. You can find her media interviews, blog, speaker topics and contact information at www.joanieshawhan.com.