Patty Wain Smith has been recognized by the Hope PYX Global International Book Awards for her contributions in empowering women, and her book, A Letter to a Friend: The Story of Abuse in America. Patty has worked as an educational consultant, a child development specialist, a hotline counselor for both Parents Anonymous and Citizens Against Spouse Abuse, and a speaker with the Family Justice Center of GHC Speakers Bureau. Patty also created a family violence prevention program at an ELCA church. She has appeared on Carolina and Company Live TV and on radio.

Patty registered her first copyright in her teens and was later awarded an Honorable Mention in the Music City Song Festival national songwriting competition. (To find a song—Each Time—that goes with A Letter to a Friend, go to the About section on her website and scroll down; or you can find the link in the book.)

Her first book, A Letter to a Friend: The Story of Abuse in America, won the Hope PYX Global International Book Award, two Illumination Book Awards Enduring Light Silver Medals, the Writer's Digest Book Awards Honorable Mention, five International Book Awards Finalists, and the Living Now Book Awards Bronze Medal.

She has a BA in Psychology with a graduate course in counseling, and is a member of the Psi Chi International Honor Society. Patty is an associate professional member of the Authors Guild, and a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, the Southeastern Writers Association, and the South Carolina Writers Association.

Patty is a lifetime advocate for children and for those who are made to feel powerless and defenseless (disproportionately, women). She believes we thrive in healthy relationships and that everyone deserves them. She also believes that children gain their greatest sense of “self” in safe and nurturing environments.

(Social media: www.pattywainsmith.com; Patty Wain Smith, Author (FB); or @PattyWainSmith). Available for virtual events: speaking, guest speaking, visiting author, or panel member. To inquire, message with details and honorarium or fee.