"Where women’s stories come to light—and light the way" Joan Fernandez is a historical fiction author who writes and speaks about brilliant, overlooked women whose courageous deeds reshaped history. Her debut novel, Saving Vincent: A Novel of Jo van Gogh (April 2025), tells the remarkable true story of Jo van Gogh—Theo’s widow, mother, and art dealer who preserved Vincent van Gogh’s legacy and helped elevate his work to international acclaim. “Saving Vincent... forces readers to become deeply invested in Jo as a woman, creating an unforgettable portrait of resilience and passion.” — Readers Favorite Joan is also the author of “A Parisian Daughter,” about a defiant young socialite, featured in the award-winning anthology Feisty Deeds: Historical Fictions of Daring Women. Through her weekly Substack newsletter, "Digging In with Joan Fernandez", Joan explores themes of women’s strength, second acts, and the quiet power of persistence. Her essays blend personal storytelling with historical insights—perfect for readers who see books as a source of inspiration, connection, and growth. Joan has 30-year marketing career culminated in a role as senior marketing executive and general partner at Edward Jones, where she led teams in investment communications and market research. Her work focused on how generational, gender, and cultural identities shape the way we see—and move through—the world. She now lives between St. Louis and Sedona, Arizona, where she enjoys spirited conversation, speaking, storytelling with her grandkids, and foodie meals with her Cuban husband. Subscribe to her newsletter: https://joanfernandez.substack.com