Emily Bleeker is a Wall Street Journal and Amazon Charts bestselling author of seven novels. Combined, her books have reached over two million readers and counting. When she’s not writing or mom-ing, Emily performs on the house team of a local improv group in suburban Chicago where she lives with her husband, kids and kitten muse, Hazel.
Just finished Wreckage. What an amazing book. Thank you.
So happy to hear it, Helen! Thanks for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed it.
I just finished reading Wreckage, and started When I’m Gone. What made you place it in Farmington Hills, MI? that’s where I’m located! I did a double take when I read it!
My book club, Words and Wine, will be discussing Wreckage on September 8. Looking forward to the read and the discussion
Wonderful! Let me know if you have any additional questions. I love book clubs.
I absolutely loved the book. The development of the characters and the twists and turns of the storyline. My favorite was the reporter who thought she knew what was going on but was way off. Good luck with your new book. I am looking forward to reading it.
LOL — glad to find someone else who describes themselves as a Diet Coke addict too. :0)
Just finished When I’m Gone. What a wonderfully sad but complex story. Fantastic characters throughout, couldn’t put it down.
I think you could be the next Nicholas Sparks. I have read both of your books and truly loved them. Congrats on such wonderful pieces of work!
Thank you!!
Is there going to be a book two for When I am gone? I want to know what happens after Jessie’ s surgery. And also what happens with Annie. Please have a book two coming soon.
Thanks for reading, Carol. So far no book 2 is planned but I’m so glad you enjoyed reading about Annie and Luke and Jessie. I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Yes, we need a book two! It was a wonderful story and you captivated your audience from the beginning. I cried at certain times. What a love that Luke & Natalie had. It was awesome.
I would love to read a follow-up book for “When I’m Gone”!! Please consider it. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed your first two books, and am now starting “Wreckage “.
Just finished reading when im gone please tell me that there will be a second book. The book is one of the best books i have ever read but i would love to see what happened with jesse and what happened with luke
Thanks for reading, Rachel. So far WHEN I’M GONE is a stand alone novel. I’ll let you know if there is ever a follow up!
I’m looking forward to leading my book club discussion on Wreckage tonight. I just saw the opportunity to connect with you as I prepared my notes last night. I certainly feel better about always carrying a sewing kit when I travel and usually have a water bottle. If you have any suggestions for our discussion I will certainly appreciate them. If not, we will look forward to reading more of your books.
Oooo–just saw this. Email me at emilybleekerauthor@gmail.com if you have further questions!
I just finished When I’m Gone, I usually don’t write to authors but this book moved me. Having experienced losing a spouse the feelings described in the book are very real. The ups and downs, the anger and guilt, I know are classic grief patterns; but when you go through them you feel like you are the first and you are alone. Your portrayal of Luke is on the nose. Hope you continue with many more good stories that keep the characters real and the stories really intriguing.
When I’m Gone was such a beautiful story! I couldn’t put my kindle/phone down. I’m really excited to start Wreckage. Keep up the excellent work!
Emily, I just finished When I’m Gone and immediately texted my sister to tell her to read it. I found the characters and story SO compelling. Thank you for a wonderful, moving read.
When is your next book coming out? Loved Loved your first two couldn’t imagine your next one being better but you sure have me with the first two!!!
August 29th! I hope you enjoy this one just as much!
Hi Emily. I just got a post from Amazon re: “When I’m Gone.” I read the storyline then read the reviews and. Intrigued, I went to your website and read some more reviews which convinced me to order the book from Amazon. So, I’m looking forward to a fascinating read. I’ll let you know how the book hits me.
Glad to hear that you recovered from your battle with cancer. I have a niece who has been cancer free for ten years now. We are so blessed to have her and her 2 healthy boys and love them all dearly. I’m sure your family feels blessed to have you with them, too.
God bless you and yours.
I am also a chicagoland native! I have read both your books and loved them! I cant wait until August for your third (:
Loved When I’m Gone. Haven’t cried at the end of a book in a long time. Truly hope that you’re considering a follow up book. Great writing!
Great book,when I’m gone
Finish the book about Luke and his daughter.
I just bought Working Fire on Amazon, and I am really looking forward to reading it. My brother sent me the synopsis and thought I might be interested. You see… I actually live in Broadlands, Illinois. I’m interested to see how well you capture our little town in the middle of nowhere. Good Luck!
Loved when I’m Gone. I m not a very good reader but i couldn’t stop reading this book. Annie was my fav character in the book. I wish i get to know more about her 🙁 Thank you for a wonderful read.
Just starting when I am gone. Read you are from Chicagoland area. My mom was friends with a gal from Holy Redeemer parish on south side. Might you be related?
Loved “When I’m Gone” . Did you ever live in Michigan? I was surprised to see a setting and many references to the area where I live. I am definitely looking forward to reading your other books.
Hello Emily. You’re book, “When I’m Gone”, popped up on my Kindle as a you might be interested in book. I absolutely loved it, could barely but it down. I was surprised to see that Natalie had Ewing’s sarcoma, as my son just finished his treatment for Ewing’s 3 months ago. Not a cancer you hear about often. I am so excited to hear more for your books. I like so many others would love a book two.
Any sequels coming? We need closure on Jessie’s survery.
I just started the French release of when I am gone. Feeling in a wow mental and emotional mode. The French release is as wow as the original. I just discovered an author for who I fell in love with (her style of course he!)
Love your writings ! Really !
I’ve just read my first book by you, When I’m Gone. It made me laugh. It made me cry. It is very true to life, especially when it comes to grief. I lost my only son to suicide 10 years ago, and I have to tell you, you nailed grief perfectly. So different for each person it effects. BTW, I am a Detroit native. You made just a couple of errors. There is no death penalty in Michigan; hasn’t been since 1847. We were the first state to abolish it. Detroit General Hospital has been called Detroit Receiving Hospital since 1980. More recently, Botsford Hospital became Beaumont Hospital – Farmington Hills in 2014, probably about the time you were writing the book. Looking forward to reading more of your work and if you ever need a Detroit expert, don’t hesitate to ask.
I just finished “Wreckage” . I’m on Spring break and wanted a book to read for the week. Unfortunately it lasted two days! I loved it and I couldn’t put it down. Your characters are so real. They remain with you long after finishing the books. I also read “When I’m Gone” a fews ago, which I thought was fantastic. At first I didn’t know if I wanted to read about a mother leaving her family behind, but the story lines are so engaging I read long into the night, sometimes tearing up, other times smiling wide. Can’t wait to read the next two books.
Emily, I love that you found another life after teaching. You’ve definitely found your talent. I’d like to know if you Skype classrooms to talk about Writing.
Thank you for your awesome books. Keep them coming!
I just finished Working Fire and I loved it. Will there be a sequel? Looking forward to reading The Waiting Room.
Emily,
I just finished reading When I’m Gone. This book was so well written, And the characters so real. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and I am looking forward to reading your other books too! Thank you!
I always need a chunk of time when I pick up a newly released book of yours, because I end up not being able to put it down. So good- they’re addictive!!!
I LOVE your books! You are an amazing author and storyteller. Keep em’ coming!
Just finished reading The Waiting Room! Talk about twists and turns in a story! Loved this book! Going to the library tomorrow to get your previous books.
I’m currently reading When I’m Gone which I just grabbed at the library one day. I was so surprised for Pentwater and Silverlake to be mentioned in your book! It was so cool reading about them in a book like this. I’ve lived here my entire life and it took me by surprise. 🙂
I just read all 5 of your books in 2 weeks, you are AWESOME. I was looking for more. It’s like just when you think the book is going one way, you turn it around, and totally amazed me. I know I sound like I’m going on and on., but all of your books I could not stop reading them.
I just read all 5 of your books in 2 weeks, you are AWESOME. I was looking for more. It’s like just when you think the book is going one way, you turn it around, and totally amazed me. I know I sound like I’m going on and on., but all of your books I could not stop reading them.
Discovered your books this weekend. Are you originally from MO? I just started Working Fire: A Novel and read “Waynesville” so I had to come find out 🙂
Jennifer
Springfield, MO