Singer-songwriter and author Ellie Holcomb joins Gracenotes to talk about the highs and lows of motherhood, the stories behind her beloved children’s books, and the heart behind her music.

Ellie shares:

The bittersweet joys of parenting a middle schooler, tween, and first grader.

How her daughter’s question—“Who sang the first song?”—sparked her journey into writing children’s books.

Walking through grief after losing her niece.

The tension between deep sorrow and hope in songs like “Red Sea Road” and her newest album Far Country.

Why music awakens our longing for home and how God meets us in both joy and lament.

Whether you’re in the thick of toddlerhood, juggling school schedules, or navigating grief, this conversation is a reminder that you are God’s beloved child—and you never walk alone.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

Ellie’s new album: Far Country

Ellie’s children’s books, including Spring Sings

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