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Camden Morgante's avatar

What grabbed me is your descriptive language and beautiful writing! It’s a writing style I admire and enjoy reading since I don’t write like that!

Camden Morgante's avatar

What also grabbed me was the both/and perspective because that’s the basis of my Substack, Walking the Middle Path, and a lot of my work as a therapist and writer! I loved the analogy from the chef about the foods being too bland or too spicy on their own but when we find their integration, the harmony sings!

Veva Mumaw's avatar

Love everything you write! I was so excited to find my copy in my mailbox today.

Katherine Galloway's avatar

I pre-ordered and was pleasantly surprised to get it in the mail yesterday! I always enjoy your writing and perspective—can’t wait to dive in. Congratulations!

LaDonna Abbott's avatar

I've been captivated by your words. My book is underlined along with notes in the side columns. This passage resonated with me... "The flowers die. The garden fades. We can't bypass decay; it feeds the coming harvest. Grief and beauty are the time signature for being human."

Nan's avatar

My copy has arrived and I can’t wait to dig in. Happy Release Day!!!!!

(Also, I don’t know what this day holds but the beautiful spring sunrise is my counterweight today!)

Dana Rhyne's avatar

I finished the chapter on Holy Alliance (Hevel) last night and oh my goodness. All the feelings. It really WAS holy. Thank you for this book!

Danielle's avatar

Thankful for your words, and for your perspective on life & faith!

Sarah Howley's avatar

Congratulations 🎊

Alison Lehr's avatar

My copy arrived today! I've added reading 📚 to my early morning rhythms~

So grateful for this one book!

Julie Taylor's avatar

I started the audiobook today and will read one of my physical copies too. It’s a beautiful book! Congratulations Shannan! We sure need you and your book right now!

Rachel H.'s avatar

I’m sure you feel like your days are running together but Friday is the 27th and your Goshen launch is on Saturday!

Shannan Martin's avatar

Yes, thank you! In my brain the event starts on Friday as lots of prep happens then. I keep saying Friday! 😵‍💫 Made the change in the post. 🩷

Jenna O'Brien's avatar

Congratulations!

Shannan Martin's avatar

Thanks, Jenna!

Sarah K. Butterfield's avatar

I'm a few chapters in, and it's already a balm to my soul! Well done, and HUGE CONGRATS!

Leigh's avatar

My two copies were on my doorstep this morning.Going to get my nightgown on and read in bed tonight. So proud of you and happy for you. And thank you for being a Counterweight yourself for so many of us.

Nicole Sudhoff's avatar

Hooray!! Happy publication day!!

Kathryn Haines's avatar

YAY! Congrats!