This photo of Terry Andrews was taken on the dunes near her house in Oregon, which sits adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. Walking on the beach forms the backbone of her day, providing both inspiration and a sense of connection and peace.

As a writer and teacher, Terry Andrews focuses on personal growth and empowerment. She believes that each of us has a unique gift to share with the world, and that by connecting with who we are we can step into lives that engage us and bring us joy and fulfillment. The secret to happiness is inside each of us and accessible via the journey to engage heart, mind, and spirit in a way that shows us what we are truly capable of. True power is internal and begins with self-understanding. When we free ourselves from outdated patterns and beliefs, we find clarity, peace of mind, and happiness.

Andrews has been a newspaper journalist, an editor, and an adjunct college professor teaching writing. She gives writing workshops that help people learn about themselves. Her study of energy practices, healing techniques, and intentional living informs both her novels and her nonfiction. She is currently completing a novel about relationships.