Lindsey Cook

Local author hits #1 in Amazon's new releases in October.

Amy Collier, the author of "Beyond the Scars," struggled with depression, PSTD and suicidal thoughts after years of abuse. She is a native to Southwestern Virginia. (Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

Collier's book, "Beyond the Scars," released on October 10, 2023, hit Amazon's top new releases within 24 hours of being released. (Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

"Beyond the Scars" is Collier's personal memoir, documenting her struggles with mental illness and eventually recovery. (Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

(Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

On Saturday, November 4, 2023, Collier held a book signing in Smith Mountain Lake, VA. (Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114).

(Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

(Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

(Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

(Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)

Gifts Ahoy in Smith Mountain Lake, VA., is one of the local shops to purchase "Beyond the Scars." (Lindsey Cook, JMC 4114)