An Interview with Sahara Sutter
Please tell us a bit about yourself People often ask me about my name, Sahara. Many call me Sara and...
Meet Sahara Sutter
A Passion for Stories and Discovery
Sahara Sutter is an author, educator, and lifelong adventurer who believes that every journey carries a lesson worth sharing. Her work blends imagination, personal experiences, and meaningful observations to create stories that connect readers with the beauty of the world and the strength of the human spirit.
Author Introduction
The Author Behind the Stories
As an only child, Sahara joined her parents in exploring experiences that couldn’t be found in textbooks.
The trio explored the rich diversity of humanity. With her camera, Sahara enjoyed capturing the essence of people and places. She took photos of many villages, individuals, moments of happiness, and art.
Seeking adventure became her way of life. Sahara captured photographs and experiences, including a visit to the Sistine Chapel, helping the poor in Ecuador, and escorting a Vietnam veteran to the memorial in Washington, D.C. She seeks to gain insight into the human condition and believes that the universal quest for love and humanity’s diversity is essential for a fulfilling life.
As a student of life, Sahara authored two books exploring the human condition, both set in DeLand, Florida. “Sophie’s Wildflowers” and “Beyond the Garden—God’s Houseplants” are available on Amazon. Driven by empathy, curiosity, and humanity, Sahara shares stories that examine the human spirit and draws inspiration from extraordinary, unsung heroes among us.
Both books are recipients of the Literary
Titan Book Award
Our Books
Explore Sahara's Literary Works
From heartfelt narratives to reflections on the human condition, each book offers a unique perspective on life.
Sophie's Wildflowers
Part fairytale, part murder mystery: in 1950s-60s DeLand, Florida, young Sophie Sherman is caught between family secrets and a town on the edge of change. Decades later her orphaned daughter inherits the diary that tells the truth.
Beyond the Garden - God's Houseplants
Cindy Peterson inherited a fortune from a grandfather she never knew, along with a loneliness no amount of money could fix. A chance encounter with a kind healthcare prodigy begins to show her what she has been searching for: home.
Our Blogs
From Sahara's Notebook
Real DeLand history, behind-the-page notes, and the people who inspired these two books.
Finding the Extraordinary Within the Ordinary
Being an only child of two adventurous parents offers unique benefits. From a young age, I traveled across the world…
Sophie’s Wildflowers: Discovering Your Past – For the First Time
Cindy Peterson. My mother, Sophie Sherman, was 16 years old when she gave birth to me in 1963 and died…
Readers' reviews
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