Tag: Emmaline Hoffmeister
Emmaline Hoffmeister is an award-winning and bestselling author renowned for her emotionally resonant LDS Christian fiction and Regency-inspired historical romance. Her storytelling masterfully blends high-stakes drama with deep spiritual themes, offering readers narratives rich in faith, resilience, and redemption.
After earning degrees in accounting and psychology from Central Washington University and Brigham Young University–Idaho, Emmaline dedicated over a decade to a career in fraud investigation and auditing. In 2009, she transitioned to full-time writing, debuting with Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker, a beloved Pride and Prejudice variation that has captivated readers for over 15 years.
Her 2024 novel, Left Behind, marked her entry into Christian fiction, garnering critical acclaim and winning the Eternal Perspective Christian Literary Award. The story follows 16-year-old Noah Wilde as he navigates grief and faith after a family tragedy, embodying themes of sacrifice, hope, and spiritual growth.
Beyond writing, Emmaline is the creative force behind Paperbound, a lifestyle brand offering beautifully designed journals that encourage intentional living and spiritual reflection. She resides in North Idaho with her husband and two sons, drawing inspiration from the region’s natural beauty for her stories.
Explore her works and more at emmalinehoffmeister.com and paperbound.store.
New Pride and Prejudice Variation, Longbourn’s Unexpected Matchmaker, Released in Paperback and eBook
On a bright June morning in 2002, under a clear blue sky brimming with hope, my husband of four years, Rhett Hoffmeister, stood at the very front of the Bachelor’s degree line at Central Washington University’s 111th Commencement.
Mother’s Week at Rick’s College: A Memory Etched in Gas Fumes, Old-Time Photos, and Glass











