Amanda Wen’s novels have released to both reader and critical acclaim. Her second novel, The Songs That Could Have Been, won both the Selah and the Carol Awards, and her debut, Roots of Wood and Stone, was a finalist for the Christy Award. In addition to her writing, Amanda is an accomplished professional cellist and pianist who frequently performs with orchestras, chamber groups, and her church’s worship team, as well as serving as a choral accompanist. A lifelong denizen of the flatlands, Amanda currently lives in Kansas with her patient, loving, and hilarious husband, their three adorable Wenlets, and a snuggly Siamese cat.
Contact Information
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Email: amanda@amandawen.com
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Phone: (316)202-5359
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Representation: Tamela Hancock Murray, The Steve Laube Agency
Possible Interview Questions
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Both Roots of Wood and Stone and The Songs That Could Have Been are inspired by your own personal family history. Which aspects of your history did you incorporate into the books, and how did you discover them?
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What drew you to the split-time genre? What unique challenges does writing in this genre present?
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What has God taught you through your writing journey? What do you hope your readers take away from your books?
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How did you start writing? How do you balance writing with being a mom and a professional musician?
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What’s next from you?
