Tekoa Manning is the author of two fictional works, <em>Walter the Homeless Man</em> and <em>Polishing Jade</em>, and also the author of inspirational teaching books, including her devotionals <em>Thirsting for Water</em> and <em>Jumping for Joy</em>. <em>The Spirit of Leviathan, Jezebel, and Athaliah</em> is a deeply introspective book. Ideal for book clubs or study groups.<br><br>Tekoa Manning was recognized in Women’s Fiction as a distinguished favorite of the 2020 NYC Big Book Award for her novel <em>Polishing Jade</em>. She was also awarded distinguished favorite in Christian genre from the Independent Press Award 2021. Tekoa is a lover and devoted student of God’s Word.<br><br>She is the mother of three sons and the wife of a retired police chief. Tekoa and her husband live in a sleepy little beach community.<br><br>Visit Tekoa for updates, blogs, and new releases at tekoamanning.com.
