Meet Joy Cleveland:

A Heartfelt Voice in Christian Fiction

“I started writing because I couldn’t not write.” That’s how Joy Cleveland describes the spark that’s been with her since childhood. Bitten by the reading bug early on, she was penning her own stories by the age of ten—melodramatic, maybe, but rich with promise.

Fast forward a few decades, and Joy has blossomed into a Christian author whose stories touch hearts, warm spirits, and bring a bit of much-needed hope to the world.

About Joy

Born in Mississippi, raised in New Mexico, and now rooted in the Midwest, Joy is a self-proclaimed small-town girl in a grandmother’s body (her words, not ours 😉). She’s been married to the “smart guy in her physics class” for 40 years, is mom to four amazing kids, and now proudly answers to “Grammy” to eight beautiful grandbabies under the age of 7. (Yes—eight. And yes, it’s loud.)

When she’s not writing, you’ll find Joy sipping English Breakfast tea, tending her snapdragons, or having a quiet moment with the Lord just as the sun rises. That early morning stillness, Bible open and heart lifted in prayer, is her soul’s reset button.

About Lucy in Bloom – Joy's Newest Release

Written in the wake of personal loss and a global pandemic, Lucy in Bloom is more than just a love story—it’s a warm, witty reminder that healing and hope often bloom where we least expect them.

"Life in Pin Oak, Iowa runs like clockwork for Lucy Bloom—until Nathan Moss, the new pastor in town, disrupts her tidy world with his easy smile and open heart."

With charming small-town vibes, lovable characters (hello, matchmaking sister Yvonne!), and Joy’s signature blend of faith and fun, Lucy in Bloom is a story of learning to love again—even when it feels risky.

🛒 Grab your copy on Amazon: Click here to buy Lucy in Bloom

Joy’s Favorite Characters? Don’t Make Her Choose!

Joy has a soft spot for Lucy, of course—quirky, old-fashioned, dog-loving Lucy. But it’s Yvonne, the fiercely devoted sister, who steals a few scenes and hearts. And then there’s Nathan, the kind, steady-hearted pastor who makes every reader wish he were real.

(Spoiler: Joy loves them all. Deeply.)

✝️ A Message that Lingers

At its heart, Lucy in Bloom delivers one simple, powerful truth:
“Life is hard. But with God by our side, we can smile at the future.”

It’s a theme that echoes in Joy’s own life, especially in recent months of transition and challenge. The verse she leans on? Romans 8:28.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”

🎄 Favorite Christmas Tradition?

Joy had a hard time picking just one—but if you press her, she’ll say baking Christmas cookies and her Grandma Cleveland’s legendary Red Cake. (We’re hoping for that recipe soon, by the way.)

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📚 If you’re looking for a story that blends heart, humor, and hope—and reminds you that God is always at work—Lucy in Bloom is the one to reach for. Go ahead, let Lucy, Nathan, and a mischievous matchmaking sister remind you how sweet it can be to bloom again.