Whatever Became Of Jake?

Dear Ms Simon,

I love your music and there are lots of songs I adore. I wanted to ask, so many of your songs were co-written with Jacob Brackman. Whatever became of him? Is he well? What is he doing now? Is he still songwriting?

We all love you Ms Simon.
Best Wishes,
Libby Butler - Little Rock, Arizona

Libby,
Yes, Jake is well. Very well indeed. He's writing all the time. He writes mostly with his wife, Mindy with whom I have an enduring, rewarding and musical relationship as well. Thank you for asking.

Mindy's albums are terrific and she goes under the name (her name is...) Mindy Jostyn. They are largely Jake's lyrics. He is my best friend in the male world and I love him very much. Jake and Mindy have two young children who are also very special.
Love, Carly - 3/2/05