Stacy A. Padula is the author of 3 book series, the founder of Briley & Baxter Publications, a co-founder of BLE Pictures, and the founder of South Shore College Consulting & Tutoring. Recently, she was named “Woman of the Year” by The CIO TIMES and “Top Global Impact Author of the Year” by IAOTP. Her Gripped series is currently being adapted for TV by Emmy® award-winning producer, Mark Blutman. She resides in Plymouth, Massachusetts with her husband Tim and their three miniature dachshunds, Baxter, Tony, and George.
Stories of Resilience and Redemption
For readers seeking stories that inspire, challenge, and uplift, Stacy A. Padula’s Gripped, Montgomery Lake High, and On the Right Path series offer compelling narratives and deliver authentic, relatable characters whose journeys reflect the transformative power of faith, resilience, and redemption.
The Gripped series delivers a raw, unflinching journey through the lives of a tight-knit group of friends in Montgomery, Massachusetts, where one devastating injury shatters college football star Taylor Dunkin’s promising future and pulls him—and those closest to him—into a dangerous web of substance abuse, hidden secrets, and life-altering choices. As relationships fracture under the weight of betrayal, peer pressure, and mental health struggles, characters confront the grip of addiction while grappling with coming-of-age realities, fractured family bonds, and the desperate search for identity and purpose. Woven throughout is a powerful thread of faith—offering glimmers of hope, redemption, and spiritual renewal amid the darkness—proving that even in the deepest despair, second chances and healing are possible through resilience, forgiveness, and grace.
The Montgomery Lake High series broadens the lens to encompass the multifaceted challenges of high school life, blending everyday adolescent experiences with deeper spiritual undertones. Peer pressure emerges as a central force, pushing characters like Chris Dunkin and Courtney Angeletti to grapple with bullying, social hierarchies, and the quest for identity. Themes of spiritual warfare and temptation are woven throughout, portraying internal battles between light and darkness as teens navigate first loves, loyalty, and the transition to adulthood. Coming-of-age arcs drive the stories, with redemption offering hope amid setbacks like substance abuse and relational conflicts. Padula’s realistic depiction underscores the importance of Christian values in overcoming these hurdles, making the series a relatable guide for young adults seeking purpose.
Shifting to a younger demographic, the On the Right Path series introduces faith-based life lessons through engaging, basketball-themed adventures for children ages three to eight. Co-authored with Brett Gunning, the books revolve around six foundational pillars: Loving Others, Being Unselfish, Staying Healthy & Strong, Showing Respect, Showing Forgiveness, and Having Fun. Characters like Jayden and Jasmine learn these values on the court and in daily life, fostering skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and empathy. Themes of moral growth and resilience shine through, with subtle biblical inspirations encouraging kids to build positive habits and relationships. The series’ joyful tone and vibrant illustrations make complex ideas accessible, promoting a strong foundation in faith and character development from an early age.
Stacy Padula’s three book series, tailored to different stages of youth, share a commitment to faith, redemption, and personal empowerment. From the intense recovery journeys in Gripped to the spiritual battles in Montgomery Lake High and the foundational values in On the Right Path, her works educate, entertain, and inspire readers worldwide.
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