About Gulf Coast Inspired
My Story
Hi, my name is Jenny Newberry. I’m a Gulf Coast educator, writer, photographer, and lifelong storyteller. After nearly four decades in education, I now spend much of my time creating books and resources inspired by the places, people, wildlife, and traditions of the Gulf Coast.
My work includes children’s books, regional guides, devotionals, and coloring books for both children and adults. Through my Gulf Coast Adventures series, I introduce young readers to real coastal communities through imaginative stories, colorful illustrations, local history, wildlife, and engaging educational content. I also create books and guides that encourage readers to explore the Gulf Coast, appreciate its natural beauty, and discover the stories found in everyday places.
I live near Bayou La Batre, Alabama, where the bayous, marshes, beaches, wildlife, fishing communities, historic towns, and changing coastal landscape continue to inspire my writing, photography, and artwork.
Through Gulf Coast Inspired, I hope to create books and creative resources that help readers of all ages learn something new, notice the beauty around them, and feel a little more connected to this remarkable place I call home.
My Books
From playful children’s adventures to faith-filled devotionals and coastal coloring books, my writing reflects the heart of life along the Gulf. I create stories that spark imagination, offer encouragement, and celebrate the beauty of the Gulf Coast
My Creative Work
Creativity has always been at the heart of my life. Through photography, I capture the wildflowers, shorebirds, and quiet corners of the Gulf Coast that inspire so much of my art and writing. In my studio, I bring those moments to life through crafts, illustration, and coloring book designs, each one rooted in the beauty of our coastal home.