PIHBA- Author-Johanna-Vendel (CEO and FOUNDER of PIHBA)

Author Snapshot:

Books Published: 6 Books (1st 2024 - 6th 2026)

Awards Won: 7
Speaker: Yes
Podcast Guest: Yes
Book Trailer: Available
Press Kit: Available
Country: United States
Genres: Memoir, Grief, Inspirational
PIHBA Member: Since Nov. 28th 2025

Songs Published : 5

Johanna's - 5 - Original Songs are available to listen on Amazon, Alexa, Spotify and Google

🎵 Amazon Music - https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0H5Q4N7PG?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_CAvpusHLDdZvJhQNgGenjRFd1

Daar's n Land (Cover) - By Johanna Vendel

Ons Belofte aan Mekaar (Cover) - Johanna Vendel

Top of the World - (Cover)- By Johanna Vendel

Pleister vir my hart (Cover) - By Johanna Vendel

Dis waar ek wil wees (Cover) - By Johanna Vendel

Bly by My (Cover) - By - Johanna Vendel

Lepel Le - (Cover) - By - Johanna Vendel

Johanna Vendel

📍 Minnesota, USA | Originally from South Africa

About Johanna

Johanna Vendel is an international award-winning author, inspirational speaker, and the CEO & Founder of the Prestigious International Hope Book Awards (PIHBA). Through her books, podcast, and global author community, she has dedicated her life to helping others find hope after loss, grief, trauma, and life's greatest challenges.

Having experienced profound personal loss, Johanna writes with authenticity, compassion, and resilience. Her mission is simple: to help people discover that healing is possible and that every story has the power to inspire another life.

She is also the host of Give Me Hope with Johanna, where she interviews authors and inspiring individuals from around the world who are making a positive difference.

Featured Books

Selected Honors & International Recognition

Johanna Vendel's books have received international recognition for their powerful messages of hope, resilience, healing, and inspiration. Her work continues to touch lives around the world while encouraging readers to overcome adversity and discover purpose through life's greatest challenges.

📚 Life? Think Again!!

An inspiring autobiography of overcoming adversity, loss, and life's unexpected challenges while discovering purpose through faith and perseverance.

🏆 July 2024

International Impact Book Awards
Winner – Best Autobiography
Life? Think Again!!

Awarded for its inspiring and authentic account of overcoming life's challenges with courage, faith, and resilience.

🛒 Purchase Book http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D4XTKS31

📚 Navigating Through Losses and Grief? Think Again!!

A compassionate guide offering practical encouragement for anyone walking through grief and learning to live again.

🏆 May 2025

International Impact Book Awards
Winner – Best Grief Book

Navigating Through Losses and Grief? Think Again!!

Recognized for providing hope, comfort, and practical guidance to those navigating grief and loss.

🏆 October 4, 2025

International Impact Book Awards
Author of the Year 2025 Finalist
Hollywood, California

Navigating Through Losses and Grief? Think Again!!

Recognized as a Finalist for Author of the Year for its outstanding contribution to grief support and inspirational literature.

🛒 Purchase Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVF4VYMS

📚 Unseen Tears, Beneath the Mask!

An honest and deeply personal story revealing the hidden pain many people carry behind their smiles.

🏆 November 2025

International Christian Book Awards

Winner – Best Memoir

Unseen Tears, Beneath the Mask!

Honored for its heartfelt testimony of healing, faith, and the courage to reveal the hidden pain behind life's struggles.

🛒 Purchase Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FF2QZFB6

📚 Still Standing – When Grief Couldn't Finish Me...

A powerful testimony of hope, resilience, and unwavering faith after experiencing unimaginable loss.

🏆 April 2026

The Black Diamond Visionary Awards

Winner – Resilience, Healing & Triumph

Still Standing – When Grief Couldn't Finish Me...

Awarded in recognition of visionary leadership, exceptional storytelling, resilience, healing, and the ability to inspire others through hope.

🏆 June 2026

Authors Connect Community International (ACCI)

President's Choice Award

Still Standing – When Grief Couldn't Finish Me...

Presented in recognition of the book's powerful message of hope, resilience, faith, and inspiration.

🏆 June 2026

Authors Connect Community International (ACCI)

Literary Excellence Award

Still Standing – When Grief Couldn't Finish Me...

Awarded in recognition of exceptional literary craftsmanship, compelling storytelling, and lasting impact on readers.

🛒 Purchase Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GRM7SKGH

📚 Echoes of an Orphan's Heart

A moving story of identity, belonging, and hope inspired by the biblical story of Ruth.

🛒 Purchase Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FY44WPFN

📚 Plotting the Murder of Sabrina

A gripping true-crime story exploring tragedy, justice, and the lasting impact of violence.

🛒 Purchase Book: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FPT3RSVC

Awards & Recognition

🏆 CEO & Founder of The Prestigious International Hope Book Awards

🏆 International Impact Book Award Winner

🏆 International Christian Book Award Winner

🏆 Multiple International Literary Awards

🏆 Author of Six Published Books

🏆 International Speaker & Podcast Host

Continuing the Mission

Today, Johanna Vendel continues to inspire readers worldwide through her books, speaking engagements, podcast, and as the CEO & Founder of the Prestigious International Hope Book Awards (PIHBA). Her passion is to help authors and readers discover that every story has the power to bring hope, healing, and transformation.

"Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow is today. Your story isn't over until God says it's over." – Johanna Vendel