by Kristie Booker | Dec 17, 2024 | Blog
There’s something magical about how family traditions evolve over time, taking on new forms while preserving their spirit. In our family, what began as a moment of prayer before holiday meals has beautifully transformed into a cherished poetic tradition that...
by Kristie Booker | Dec 2, 2024 | Blog
As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the simple pleasures that bring meaning to life—moments with loved ones, the comfort of a warm meal, or the soft glow of holiday lights. These reflections remind me of the themes in Elizabeth Berg’s The...
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, Summer in the Moon Garden
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 | Aug 17, 2024 | Blog, Summer in the Moon Garden
From Supernatural Fascination to Moon Garden Inspiration The mystical and unknown have always captivated me. I grew up in the 80s, a golden era for supernatural horror. This environment fueled my obsession with ghosts and the paranormal. I spent hours in our town’s...
by Kristie Booker | Jul 19, 2024 | Blog, Summer in the Moon Garden
When I sat down to write Summer in the Moon Garden, I never imagined the journey it would take me on — both creatively and emotionally. The seed of this story was planted during a bittersweet reunion with my high school friends. We were a tight-knit group of five,...