Amanda Held Opelt

Amanda Held Opelt is a multi-talented artist and writer who focuses on themes of faith, grief, and creativity.

She is the author of "A Hole in the World" and "Holy Unhappiness," works that explore the healing power of community, ritual, and storytelling.

With 15 years of experience in non-profit and humanitarian aid sectors, Opelt brings a unique perspective to her writing.

She is also a songwriter and speaker, using various mediums to express her beliefs and experiences.

Opelt resides in Boone, North Carolina, with her husband and two young daughters, drawing inspiration from the mountain surroundings.

Her work often touches on personal experiences, including the loss of her sister, Rachel Held Evans.