Mandy L Cantrell is an Indie Author with a passion for storytelling. She grew up in North Georgia and resides in the cozy town of Adairsville. She began her writing journey with her first publication, Trace'n the Devil, A Novella. This initiated the ever-growing Trace Books - A spooky little 80's series often considered a YA mystery with adult nostalgia. Currently Included: Trace'n the Devil, Trace's Notebook 87-88, and The Tracks of Trace Erring. More to come!
Cantrell's most recent release, Spideflies, is about five friends struggling with new adulthood in the summer of '96. A Fair in August, published in 2023, is a slow-burn thriller about consequences and the dangers of desire. She has also published several short stories, including Coriander, Pen Pal, Perry's Gift, and Super Chicken and the Wild Bunch.
Mandy's influence extends beyond her writing. She serves as the CEO and President of the non-profit initiative Cartersville Area Writers Group in Cartersville, GA. Her leadership has been instrumental in fostering a vibrant literary community. She is also the Creator and owner of The Collector, a storytelling venture, and co-host of the engaging podcast Curious Conversations with Karli Land on Podbean. Discover more about her multifaceted roles below!
Cantrell's books can be found on Amazon and in select bookstores.
*At The Crazy Book Lady Bookstore, Acworth, GA
Mandy L Cantrell Connections
The Collector
The Trace Books Events
The Trace Books Events
The Collector is the side project of Mandy L Cantrell, originating from her upcoming book by the same name, which includes walking tours, live events, interviews, and a curiosity shop in Adairsville, GA.
The Trace Books Events
The Trace Books Events
The Trace Books Events
The Trace Books, a YA mystery series with a cult following, includes Trace-inspired events throughout the year- YA Fall Photoshoot, Trace Merch, Where's Trace Pop-Ups and 80's themed events, including private parties, and socials- available for booking. Youth groups, schools, special HS events, please email.
Curious Conversations
The Trace Books Events
Curious Conversations
Cantrell cohosts Curious Conversations with Karli Land on Podbean or wherever you listen to your favorite podcast, discussing everything from strange stories, quirky products, curious collectibles, and those dark, penetrating headlines that won't leave your mind. Join us for some small-town talk on those BIG stories and the smaller ones dying to be told.