Thank you for being here

Welcome to The Lightwell Circle

If you're here, it probably means you received a personal invitation from me.

Thank you so much for taking the time to hear more of my story, it means more than I can tell you.

The Lightwell Circle is simply a small group of readers, who I know and trust, who will receive the book before publication and walk alongside me during these final weeks before it is released.

Its an exciting and nerve-wracking time and I'm so grateful to have YOU a part of this.

Here's what you can look forward to.

📖 An advance copy of Unexpectedly Perfect

You'll receive an advance digital copy (and, if possible, a printed copy for some members) several weeks before publication.

💌 A few behind-the-scenes updates

Over the next several weeks, I'll occasionally share updates about the publishing process, stories from behind the scenes, and what I'm learning as I prepare to release the book.

⭐ If you'd like to help these pages find other readers...

Whether that's writing an honest review, recommending it to a friend, mentioning it to your book club, or simply keeping the book and its future readers in your prayers, I'm grateful for whatever feels natural to you.

What happens next?

August

  • Join the Circle

September

  • Receive your advance copy

  • Begin reading

October

  • Celebrate publication together!

November

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it called The Lightwell Circle?

A lightwell is an architectural feature designed to bring natural light into spaces where it otherwise couldn't reach. I hope these stories do something similar, not by removing hardship, but by helping us notice hope within it.

Do I have to post on social media?

Not at all.

What if I don't finish the book before launch?

That's completely okay.

Do I have to write a review?

Only if you'd like to and the book genuinely resonates with you.

What if I'm not able to do everything?

That's completely okay.

Life is full. I'm simply grateful you're here. Anything you're able to do is a gift.

I'd love to have you.

I know life is full.

Thank you for considering being part of this season with me.

Whether you end up joining the Circle or simply cheering from the sidelines, I'm grateful our stories crossed paths.

Thank you.

Truly.

Whether this book becomes part of your story or not, I'm grateful you've been part of mine.

—Ashley

"Stories aren't meant to be carried alone forever."