Meet Gwendolen Wilder
Stories of Survival. Lessons of Faith. A Legacy of Hope.
From serving 21 years in the United States Air Force, to surviving domestic violence and sexual assault. Gwendolen Wilder's journey has shaped her passion for helping others find hope and seek God's peace, wisdom, and direction through life's challenges.
Through her published fiction books, co-authored books, features on major news outlets such as CNN, and upcoming non-fiction works, she shares stories and lessons that encourage readers to reflect, grow, and take their next Fearlessly Obedient steps with courage.
21-Year USAF Veteran • Published Author • Advocate
As Seen On & Featured In
Recognized, featured & trusted across media & institutions
One Story. God's Grace. Millions of Opportunities! 🎬✝️💖
From national television and Hollywood interviews to podcasts and publications, Gwendolen's journey of faith, resilience, and entrepreneurship has opened doors to share her story across U.S. and international media platforms. What began as one woman's testimony has grown into opportunities to reach audiences through platforms with millions in potential reach—a reminder of what's possible when we take our next Fearlessly Obedient step!
Explore My Books! 📚💖
Stories, Wisdom & Lessons From the Journey.
It's OK to Tell My Story
Surviving Common Law Domestic Violence
A fiction-based novel inspired by personal experiences, exploring domestic violence, survival, and the journey toward healing and hope. Includes warning signs, helpful checklists, and practical resources for victims, survivors, and families seeking greater awareness.
Stand Up and Speak Out Against Workplace Bullying
Your Guide to Survival and Victory Through 23 Real Life Testimonies
A collaborative publication with the National Workplace Bullying Coalition addressing workplace bullying, awareness, and the importance of speaking up with courage, practical strategies, and real-life survivor testimonies.
Build a Business WITH God™
Not Just for Him
What if building a successful business wasn't about doing MORE, but learning how to build WITH God? For Christian men and women ready to stop feeling overwhelmed and start combining biblical wisdom with practical business strategies.
A Little Something Extra With Every Order 💖
Whether it’s the DV book or the upcoming business book, each direct order includes these personal touches from Gwendolen:
💖 Paperback Book
💖 Personal Prayer Note
💖 Encouragement Message
💖 Selected Scripture Dedicated to You
From Gwendolen, sent straight to you. 💖
"Kickbutt Survivor" • Author • Bible Bestie
Behind Every Book Is a Story. Here's a Little of Mine. 💖
Before I became an author, I was a woman navigating experiences that would forever change my life.
My journey through domestic violence, military service (21 years in the U.S. Air Force), entrepreneurship, and faith taught me lessons I never imagined I'd one day share with others.
Writing became one way to give those experiences a voice—and to encourage conversations that could help someone else feel seen, informed, and hopeful.
Today, I continue sharing what I've learned through books, Bible teaching, speaking, and advocacy.
See What's Possible! 🎬💖
From a North Carolina country farm to Hollywood media opportunities, Gwendolen's journey is a testimony of faith, resilience, and taking Fearlessly Obedient steps—even before the receipts show up!
The McCord List with Rachel McCord — Hollywood media feature
Recognized by Women Building Powerful Communities & Media Platforms
Gwendolen's expertise, story, and business journey have led to recurring features, interviews, leadership opportunities, and media relationships with influential women-led entrepreneurial and media communities.
From Online Visibility to National Media Opportunity
After discovering Gwendolen's business journey and online presence, national media expert and former television news anchor Lynn Smith invited Gwendolen into a conversation about her initiative, resilience, business journey, and strategic digital presence.
That relationship later led to Gwendolen being invited to serve as one of Lynn's “Go To Media Experts” in the areas of business coaching and domestic violence, creating opportunities for Gwendolen to contribute professional expertise and commentary around national media topics.
Selected by Lynn Smith (Anchor Alum NBC News, MSNBC & CNN Headline News)
Featured in Hollywood. A Story of Faith, Resilience & Reinvention.
Gwendolen was invited to share her story with Rachel McCord on The McCord List, opening up about her journey of faith, transitioning from a 21-year U.S. Air Force career into entrepreneurship, building a business, and surviving domestic violence.
The conversation gave Gwendolen an opportunity to bring together the experiences that have shaped both her life and her work—showing how faith, resilience, entrepreneurship, and lived experience can become part of a message that serves others.
Featured. Interviewed. Selected to Lead.
Gwendolen has been featured and interviewed multiple times by Christina Rowe, Founder of Women Helping Women Entrepreneurs, including visibility within her 1M+ Facebook community. Christina also selected Gwendolen to serve as the Texas moderator for a Women Helping Women Entrepreneurs community of 6,000+ entrepreneurs.
Attributed to Women Helping Women Entrepreneurs platforms & community networks.
Featured Multiple Times by Team FEA
Gwendolen has been featured multiple times within Carrie Green's Female Entrepreneur Association community, including recognition as Star of the Month and Courageous Creator, along with additional Team FEA features and conversations highlighting her entrepreneurial journey.
“Gwendolen is an absolute superwoman and we just can't get enough of her amazing journey.”
— Carrie Green, Founder, Female Entrepreneur Association
Want a Little Something Extra With Your Book? 💖
OK EVERYONE… there's just something special about holding a book with a personal message from the author! 😂📚
When you order It's OK to Tell My Story directly through Gwendolen's website, you receive something extra special: an autographed copy, a personal prayer, and Scripture selected just for you! 💖✝️📖
These personal touches are not included with standard Amazon orders.
One Book. A Personal Message. A Prayer. And God's Word. 💖
Don't Just Take My Word for It… 💖
Here's What Readers Are Saying!
"This book is revolutionary, a game changer that is altering lives of domestic violence victims in the Air Force one day at a time..."
Family Advocacy Manager, Seymour Johnson AFB Base
The Story Doesn't Stop on the Last Page! 🎤
From Books to Speaking, Advocacy & National Media.
Speaking Engagements
Invite Gwendolen to share her experiences, insights, and lessons with your audience, corporate events, or keynote stages.
Press & Media Features
Explore Gwendolen's television appearances, interviews, articles, and media coverage across major news outlets like CNN.
Advocacy & Community Impact
Learn more about Gwendolen's domestic violence advocacy, military support, and empowerment initiatives across the nation.
Your Story Is Still Being Written! ✝️💖
Whether you're seeking God's peace through life's challenges or learning to build a business WITH Him, I'd love to welcome you into one of our faith-filled communities.
Girls Trip to Peace™
For Christian women seeking God's peace, wisdom, and direction through weekly Bible study, daily journal prompts, Scripture, and sisterhood.
Girls Trip to Biz Peace™
For Christian business women ready to take discipleship into the marketplace and understand how to combine biblical wisdom with practical business strategy.
Build a Business WITH God™
For Christian men and women ready to take their discipleship into the marketplace, seek God's direction, and combine biblical wisdom with practical business strategies to build with greater peace, clarity, and confidence.