WORTHINGTON, OH - August 22, 2026 - Author and academic Sharyn Talbert makes her fiction debut with “Memory’s Compass,” a powerful exploration of family, tragedy, and the search for meaning. Blending elements of literary fiction and mystery, “Memory’s Compass” is based on true events.
The story follows a woman haunted by personal loss as she journeys across Minnesota, Ohio, Florida, and Denmark. Along the way, she discovers surprising new relatives who guide her in a quest to untangle generational secrets.
Talbert’s writing has drawn exceptional praise from literary and academic experts alike, including Pulitzer Prize winner Julia Keller, who describes it as “lush and lyrical, an unforgettable portrait of soul-pummeling grief leavened by memory and love.” Told with unflinching candor and offering insights into life’s most difficult questions, “This is a story about every family’s greatest fear,” writes Lucas Kino, author of “Foxfire,” “a profound work of real importance.”
“Memory’s Compass” is more than a novel. It’s a testament to the enduring power of love and a captivating portrait of the ripples of family history. Readers interested in themes of grief, redemption, and courage will find solace and inspiration in the pages of Talbert’s unforgettable debut novel. Don’t miss this suspenseful addition to the world of literary fiction.
“Memory’s Compass” (ISBN: 9798950391811 / 9781972090060) can be purchased through retailers worldwide, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The hardcover retails for $33.99, the paperback retails for $19.99, and the ebook retails for $2.99. Review copies and interviews with the author are available upon request.
About the Author:
A self-described late bloomer, Sharyn Talbert spent her twenties and early thirties rearing children and just scraping by. The turning point came when she took a staff job at Ohio State University, an evolving role that would span three decades. One of the perks was free tuition. Studying English, she earned her PhD at age 45 with specialties in folklore, discourse analysis, and ethnography. A 15-year stint as a lecturer commenced. Now retired, she is focusing on her own writing. Her memoir, “Scholar Mine: An Ohio State Love Story,” was re-released in 2024. “Memory’s Compass” is her first foray into fiction. Sharyn Talbert lives in Worthington, Ohio with her beloved beagle.
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