Daphne Simpkins

Newest release in The Adventures of Mildred Budge: The Fort, Book 5.

If you have been missing the cozy streets of Cloverdale and the extraordinary hope of our favorite Southern church lady, I have some wonderful news to share. The Fort, the newest Mildred Budge Adventure is officially live on Amazon!

As Book 5 in the series, this story catches up with Mildred and her friends as they navigate life, faith, and the daily antics of the neighborhood with their usual grace and humor. Writing Mildred always feels like spending time with an old friend, and I am so excited for you to dive into her latest chapter. Grab a copy today!

Tricks of the Mind Meet Daphne's newest character Eugenia Wren in Tricks of the Mind, a story about aging and needing help and knowing more about being alive than you can express. It's different from the Mildred Budge stories, but intriguing and challenging as she explores the interior workings of the human heart and mind and spirit.

Newest release: A Gentle and Lowly Christmas. Book two in the spin-off series featuring the friends of Mildred Budge. Check out the sample today.

October, 2022: Newest release in the Mildred Budge series: Kingdom Come. Check out the sample today.

November 2021: Belle: A Mildred Budge Friendship Story launches a new spin-off series in the popular church lady genre. Check out Belle. You'll love her!

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New Release: December 2020: The third novel in the Mildred Budge series is available in paperback and on Kindle. The Bride's Room celebrates the joy of being alive inside a life of faith. Download a sample.

New Release November 2020: Specially created for Activity Directors in Assisted Living or Zoom Group Leaders: A selection of holiday-themed small talks anyone can give. 11 Holiday DIY Small Talks. Download a sample.

New release for Father's Day: What Makes a Man a Hero Stories about Men for Father's Day A selection of essays that celebrate the extraordinary ordinary men who never leave our sides.

Released now: Miss Budge Goes to Fountain City, a new Christmas story about a timeless gospel....What happens when a Southern church lady runs away from Christmas? Find out in this uplifting story that celebrates the promised rest given by the One who came to give life and peace to those who turn and say His name.

New Release: Lovejoy, a novel about desire. If you have ever fallen in love with an older man you can understand how this story begins. But how it ends is a different matter. Download a free sample of this new novel by the author of the Mildred Budge books.