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Summer in the Moon Garden
A Novel
A summer of second chances, unexpected love, and the unbreakable bond of friendship.
When Kat’s twenty-year marriage unravels and her twin sons leave for a summer semester in Alaska, she retreats to her hometown of Criss Creek, Illinois, seeking comfort in familiar faces. Her best friend Jess is struggling too—trapped in a failing marriage and hiding a life-changing secret. Together, they create a bucket list to reclaim joy, freedom, and themselves.
Then Kat’s first love, Danny, reappears, stirring old feelings and long-buried regrets. As summer unfolds and truths surface, both women must choose between what’s safe and what’s possible.
Set in a charming Midwestern town, Summer in the Moon Garden is a heartfelt novel about resilience, friendship, and the courage to risk your heart—no matter where life has taken you.
Women’s Fiction Author
Kristie Booker
Kristie writes women’s fiction centered on friendship, reinvention, and the quiet strength it takes to begin again. A rural Illinois native now living in Chicago, she finds herself drawn to the charm of small-town life—places where people know your name, secrets run deep, and second chances bloom.
When she’s not reading or writing, Kristie can be found cooking with seasonal ingredients from her local farmer’s market or tending to her backyard garden, where she grows flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Her family—including two nearly grown sons, a lazy labradoodle, and a wonderfully supportive husband—are at the heart of everything she does.
Kristie hopes her books fill you with the same joy and sense of possibility that inspire her to write them.
By Kristie Booker
Blooming Into Life
A Novel
Blooming Into Life is a testament to the enduring power of family and the freedom found in letting go. Join Colleen and Mary Ann on their unforgettable journey of self-discovery and love.
Get your copy now and let this heartwarming story bloom in your heart!
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Recipes
Spatchcock Chicken
This recipe yields a perfectly juicy bird with crispy skin and tender meat, roasted on a bed of onions, lemon, and garlic.
Homemade Vanilla Extract
Since I began making my own vanilla extract, I’ve noticed a big difference in the flavor of my baked goods.
Chocolate Ganache Cupcakes
Deeply rich and irresistibly moist, this chocolate cake recipe has become my absolute go-to for both elegant layer cakes and perfect cupcakes.