Abuse is a cycle that is painfully difficult to break—especially when no one is there to listen and say, “You can leave the trauma behind and step into triumph.”

Those of us who have broken free and built healthy, positive lives have a responsibility to use our voices to shine a light of hope for others still trapped in silence.

Angela created Our Fresh Beginnings as a powerful organization that breaks through the silence, shame, fear, and suffering—with open doors, open arms, and open hearts. I am honored to serve on the board and to support Angela’s mission, because every time one person breaks the cycle, it is a victory for us all. – Sharon Thayer, Author

Meet the Whimsical Wordsmith with a Mission:

Sharon Thayer is a powerhouse creative with the heart of a storyteller, the grit of a solo entrepreneur, and the sparkle of someone who knows how to dance the line between playful and purposeful.

Through her company, Carousel Publishing, she’s published twelve books, earned 15 literary awards, and manages a daily to-do list that could exhaust a team of five—yet somehow, she still makes it all feel fun.

Rooted in her own experience overcoming abuse, Sharon is passionate about creating stories and gifts that fill children’s lives with love, safety, and joy. Her work fosters self-esteem, builds strong values, encourages creativity, and nurtures a deep connection to the natural world.

Sharon’s mission is to uplift the next generation—one empowering, heart-filled story at a time.