by Kristie Booker | Nov 9, 2024 | Recipes
Looking for a healthy breakfast that checks off your daily servings of fruits and vegetables while providing a boost of fiber and protein? This green smoothie is the perfect morning choice to help you start your day feeling full and energized. With natural sweetness...
by Kristie Booker | Nov 7, 2024 | Recipes
Vanilla extract is a baking essential, lending warmth and depth to so many baked treats. Since I began making my own vanilla extract, I’ve noticed a big difference in the flavor of my baked goods—they’re richer, more aromatic, and delicious. This simple recipe uses...
by Kristie Booker | Oct 22, 2024 | Blog
I recently finished Liane Moriarty’s latest novel, Here One Moment. This thought-provoking story unfolds aboard a flight where an older woman predicts the deaths of her fellow passengers. What follows is an exploration of belief, fate, and the choices we make...
by Kristie Booker | Oct 1, 2024 | Blog
As an author navigating the ever-changing landscape of publishing, I’ve recently found myself exploring the magic of romance in women’s fiction. I’ve discovered that the line between genres is often blurrier than we might think—and that’s a...
by Kristie Booker | Oct 1, 2024 | Recipes
Deeply rich and irresistibly moist, this chocolate cake recipe has become my absolute go-to for both elegant layer cakes and perfect cupcakes. Adapted from Ina Garten’s beloved Beatty’s Chocolate Cake recipe, it delivers consistently excellent results that...