Episode 288: Melanie Cox on her book You Have To Know (June 16, 2026)

In this episode of The Catholic Bookworm, Kiki Latimer interviews Melanie Cox on her book You Have To Know: What I've lived. What He's shown. What you need to know. (June 16, 2026)What if your mess was the very place God wanted to meet you? In You Have to Know, Melanie Cox invites you into twenty raw, real-life stories where grace collided with chaos—and God’s love rewrote the ending. Through personal moments of struggle, humor, and breakthrough, this devotional journey offers more than inspiration. It’s a guided path into deep healing, restored identity, and powerful encounters with God’s truth. Whether you’re weary from life’s battles or simply longing to hear God’s voice more clearly, these journal-style reflections deliver what your heart craves: honesty, hope, and Holy Spirit-infused wisdom. Inside you’ll find: 20 compelling devotionals drawn from lived experience Scriptural insights for everyday transformation Guided prayers to help you process, heal, and grow Heart check prompts to shift your mindset and deepen your walk with God This book will help you: Break free from confusion and self-doubt Heal emotional wounds through truth and prayer Rebuild your identity on the unshakable love of God Experience personal encounters with the Holy Spirit Feel seen, heard, and spiritually reconnected—page by page This is not your average devotional. It’s a soul-stirring invitation for women who want to move from messy to miraculous, from burned out to burning bright, and from confused to called—all while rediscovering the love of a Father who never let go. Each page was designed to meet you where you are: in the chaos of motherhood, the ache of disappointment, the fog of confusion, or the quiet hunger for more. If you’ve ever wondered where God is in the middle of your mess… You have to know: He’s closer than you think. https://www.amazon.com/You-Have-Know-lived-shown/dp/1968070028