Jessica W. Bowman

Books by Jessica W. Bowman

In Case I Die: A Southern Perspective of Death & Living Every Day Like It’s Your Last

Making Waves: From Pleaser to Powerful: Reclaiming Your Boundaries

Adulting 101: Everything You Need to Know to Survive and Thrive in the Real World

Jessica W. Bowman

Jessica W. Bowman is a proud resident of Dade County, Georgia, and the author of Making Waves: From Pleaser to Powerful, an empowering guide to breaking free from the "mental maze" of people-pleasing to reclaim your personal strength. She is also the author of In Case I Die: A Southern Perspective of Death & Living Every Day Like it's Your Last, a heartfelt and often humorous exploration of mortality and embracing life, viewed through a...

Books

Making Waves: From Pleaser to Powerful: Reclaiming Your Boundaries

Do you find yourself saying “yes” when you want to scream “no”? Do you hide parts of yourself to keep others comfortable?

It’s time to stop people-pleasing and start making waves.

In this powerful book, author Jessica Wallin Bowman shares her journey from a lifetime of shrinking herself to reclaiming her voice and her boundaries. With candid...

In Case I Die: A Southern Perspective of Death & Living Every Day Like It’s Your Last

In Case I Die is a raw and honest memoir that explores the complexities of grief, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Jessica Wallin Bowman shares her journey through a series of unexpected losses, navigating grief, navigating family dynamics, and ultimately finding joy and purpose in the face of adversity. With humor,...

Adulting 101: Everything You Need to Know to Survive and Thrive in the Real World

Adulting 101 is a comprehensive guide to the life skills you need to survive and thrive in the real world. It covers everything from finding your dream job to getting organized, cleaning, making a budget, managing your money, cooking basics, cohabitation, establishing good relationships, and self-care.

Finding Your Dream Job

The first step to...

Praise

Another beautiful book Jessica! I think it will open people’s minds and let them realize they too need to start saying no and living for their own happiness. I’ve been on that journey myself for the last year and it has been a breath of fresh air and an emotional release.

– Brandi, Making Waves

I laughed, I cried, and I felt very nostalgic throughout. Jessica has given us a piece of her soul in this memoir. I don't think there is any higher praise for a book than that. She opened her heart and told us all the good, the bad, and the ugly bits of life. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us in the future.

– Rachel, In Case I Die

This amazing work by Jessica Wallin Bowmans is raw, honest and very funny. I couldn’t put it down until the end and cried when I was finished. Do yourself a favor and get this book! You won’t regret it.

– Denice, In Case I Die

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Blog

February 20, 2026

500 Followers: We’re Turning Ripples into an Ocean!

We hit a major milestone, and my heart is absolutely full! I am so incredibly grateful to announce that we’ve officially reached 500 followers on the Jessica W. Bowman, Author Facebook page. Whether you’ve been here since the first page of Adulting 101 or you just joined the "Review Crew" for my latest release, thank you for being part of this community.

To celebrate, I’m doing something big. I want to help one lucky reader navigate every stage of life, so I am hosting a massive giveaway for a...

February 20, 2026

Making Waves and Meaningful Conversations: My Interview with JG's Used Books

Getting to talk shop with fellow book lovers is one of my favorite parts of being an author, and my recent sit-down with the crew at JG's Used Books in Michigan was an absolute blast!

It was such a joy to discuss the heart behind my work, from the practical life lessons in Adulting 101 and the emotional journey of In Case I Die, to the transformative power of boundaries found in my latest release, Making Waves.

We dove deep into what it means to move from "pleaser to powerful" and how...

February 16, 2026

Seeking My "Review Crew": 10 Copies of Making Waves Up for Grabs!

I have always believed that stories are meant to be shared, but the real magic happens when those stories start a conversation. Since the launch of my newest book, Making Waves: From Pleaser to Powerful, I have been so moved by the messages from readers who are finally taking off their "rose-colored glasses" and learning to say "no" without the crushing weight of guilt.

But here is a little "behind the curtain" truth about being an author: Reviews are the ripples that keep a book moving.

A...

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Events

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Upcoming Event

Premiere Interview: Jessica W. Bowman on the Make Me Better Podcast

Mark your calendars! I am so excited to invite you to the premiere of my interview on the Make Me Better Podcast.

In this episode, we’re going deep into the themes of my newest book, Making Waves. We’re talking about the transition from "pleaser to powerful," how to stop muting your vibrancy to make others comfortable, and the practical steps to reclaiming your boundaries.

Whether you’re a long-time reader of Adulting 101 and In Case I Die, or you’re ready to start making your first ripples...

Making Waves on the Airwaves – Live Radio Interview!

Join me for a special morning of conversation as I guest on the "Sit Down Long Island" show!

I am so excited to announce that I’ll be sitting down with WGBB Radio to discuss my journey as an author and the heart behind all three of my books. This is a wonderful opportunity to share the messages of resilience, preparedness, and empowerment with a whole new audience, and I would love for you to join the "virtual" front row!

What We’ll Be Talking About:

Adulting 101: Navigating the practical side...

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