Tekoa Manning is the author of two fictional works, Walter the Homeless Man and Polishing Jade, and also the author of inspirational teaching books, including her devotionals Thirsting for Water and Jumping for Joy. The Spirit of Leviathan, Jezebel, and Athaliah is a deeply introspective book. Ideal for book clubs or study groups.
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Tekoa Manning was recognized in Women’s Fiction as a distinguished favorite of the 2020 NYC Big Book Award for her novel Polishing Jade. 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.
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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.
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Visit Tekoa for updates, blogs, and new releases at tekoamanning.com.