Pearl Wolfe

About the Authors Co-authors Pearl Wolfe and Evelyn Anderton each have over two decades of experience with issues related to violence against women. Both grew up in homes where domestic violence and child abuse were the norm, bringing an intimate perspective to their writing. In the 1990s, while working together in a Eugene shelter for those fleeing domestic violence, they witnessed daily the trauma and damage caused by violent relationships. They have co-authored a riveting new novel Walk Out the Door on Atmosphere Press that explores the process of leaving a relationship that confronts so many women facing such violence. They are both recipients of the City of Eugene “Human Rights Recognition Award” for their dedication to the empowerment of women and the 2023 Women of Distinction Award from Soroptimists International of Eugene for their novel and work on domestic violence awareness. Both authors have a history as activists focused on domestic violence, homelessness, and poverty. Wolfe has a B.A. in Social Work from University of Wisconsin and an M.S. in Sociology from the University of Oregon. Anderton holds a B.A in English from UC Berkeley.