Janet Marie Hogan Chapman
Short Bio: Janet is a native Atlantan who has adopted the tagline “GeorgiaJanet, the Bohemian Southern Belle.” Her mission as a writer is to empower strong women through the written word. She has been a life-long writer throughout her several careers . She loves all things southern and writes about life in the south, southern issues, and strong women. She has published four books: two novels, one novella, and one focused memoir. She has also published professional education resources, poetry, and essays. She enjoys reading, writing, travel, genealogy, and spending time with family. and friends.
Works

Dorothy May - Can she find a forever family?
Winner of the Georgia Independent Author of the Year, 2019, for Historical Fiction. Dorothy May is a complex character. Raised by a former madam, accused murderer and morphine addict, her life was tragic in many ways, yet her story is enduring and full of hope. Forever searching for her real parents, she struggles with relegating her own children to the same fate. Along the way she falls into abusive relationships and crime, but perseveres while trying to become the kind of mother she so desperately wanted for herself. You will be enthralled with this literary exploration based on true events in the life of an amazingly strong woman.
Madam May: A tale of madams, morphine, moonshine, and murder
After Madam May: What came next
This Teacher Talks
Awards and Recognition
- Georgia Independent Author of the Year Finalist (Historical Fiction, 2018) for Dorothy May: Can she find a forever family?