This is a wonderful post full of deep, ancestral insight and wisdom, plus exciting news about Unfixed! Immensely happy for you both! Hurray, hurray, hurray!
You’re all over Unfixed/Empress land tonight! It’s so sweet to feel you back in this hearth of goodness. I’ve missed your essays and wisdom, but I knew it was only a matter of time before we saw you again. Have you been well?
Aww, well, I missed you both too. I’ve been feeling like being off the net more lately, which has been more nurturing for my soul. Life has been an experience of highs and lows, but that’s just so of life to be like that. Haha. I hope you’re both safe and as best as can be. I’m so happy for you with Unfixed being published!
can hardly imagine a finer collaboration than the two of you or wait to get that book in hand...and to think i figured Maria Popova might be a chess master or poker player aieeeeeee!!!
A dreamy collaboration indeed—sisters from other misters perhaps. ;) Haha, Maria Popova does sound a bit like a chess master, and she is quite genius, so I wouldn't put it past her!
Love the vivid nature of your description! The wonderful thing about Barnes & Noble is that they really value memoir--a rare thing these days. We're so honored to be collaborating with Kimberly. I have every confidence she will break new ground for the genre. ❤️🔥👑
Remember what it was like to actually walk up to a three story building, reach for the handle of the front door with the excited anticipation of a kid entering a candy shop ? Stepping inside to a bright world of colors, books stacked floor to ceiling .The scent of fresh ink and paper. You’re not sure where to start so you just put one foot in front of the other and begin to float down isles,scanning titles ,occasionally reaching out with one hand or a finger, touching bindings with their glossy covers. I received a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble for Christmas, luckily, we proudly still have one in town. Ever since I heard Kimberly’s memoir is now destined to hit the shelves, I knew just what I was going to buy with it. I’m saving that certificate so I can walk in and head straight to the table literally holding the center spotlight. You know the one, New York Times Best Sellers, proudly displayed; listed #1.
I will reach out for it with two hands and a big smile and say to myself , she did it , I knew she would.
If I lived next door to you, I'd sneak into your office, draw hearts and stars all over that gift certificate and then cover it in glitter glue. If B&N don't recognize it's validity, no problem, because I'll hand deliver the book along with the biggest, longest hug (5 minutes too long) you've ever received. Vermont and Oregon really need to consider some sort of direct light-rail system.
I adore Kimberly. She makes my heart sing with every single interaction I have with her. Her raw courage, her kindness and the depth of her heart carry her through the world of chronic illness as a beacon shining the way. I’d follow her most anywhere.
Congrats on being published (again) with Empress!!! Can’t wait, and will absolutely buy a real book, since my library always has room for greatness.
My day is already starting off with a wide grinning heart thanks to your kind words Teyani. What could be more wonderful than that? Raw courage, I like those two words together. Sometimes we think of courage all brandished and bold. Mine is definitely more raw—lacking strategy, frayed around the edges (and nerve endings), I often leap before I look, so I don't know if that's courage but it sure feels fun to fly.
How very exciting! Many congratulations Kimberly. It's been clear from the first posting that this is a book waiting to be published. A stunning and unique memoir, written with elegance, profound insight, and honesty, full of surprises, vulnerability and beauty, while grappling with the agonising heartache of unraveling trauma, grief, loss, and the immediate challenges of a mysterious illness... a rare combination.
You've been along for the ride from nearly the beginning Veronika and I couldn't fathom a more aligned (heart, mind and soul) reader. And I'm ever grateful for your Synchronosophy—a new (old) paradigm of being that embraces the horizontal playground of our aliveness where everything belongs. If that isn't Unfixed, I don't know what is! Thank you for being here friend, I truly cherish your wisdom and heart.
I pre ordered! Can’t wait. I’m a huge fan of Kimberly’s writing and her humanity. She is a deeply caring, supportive person. Congrats on the book! Wonderful interview! 👏👏🥰🥰
Well, that was a real pleasure - "ditch the perfect, don’t overthink the happy, and settle into gratitude for the wild, dynamic experience of midlife herself." - Thanks, beautifully said.
I started reading Unfixed some months back, and I've found your unrelenting generosity and grace a soothing salve. Once in a blue moon a person so authentic, so comfortable in themselves and so genuine appears like a fresh breeze on a stifling day and it’s an immense relief. Thanks Kimberly.
I agree with Mary. I think of Kimberly as a gift that showed up in my life when I needed that gift the most. I cannot WAIT for the book. I'm sure it will be dog-eared in no time.
Gah, I'm moved to tears Linda. THIS is my greatest hope for the memoir. That it shows up just at the right time, in the right hands, right when it's most needed. Thank you thank you for your presence in this journey.
Kimberly Warner has, quite simply, been a gift in my life. How we found each other I'll never know, but we did, and she changed how I view the world through her memoir, her interviews, her continued devotion to the written word. This questionnaire and the publication of her memoir are part of her evolving story. I offer these words with my congrats and my thanks to you, Alisa.
Mary, thank you for all of your encouragement and love. Kimberly and you have been profound gifts in my life--especially after the hardships of last year. I feel so fortunate to be able to take this step with her!
And you too, Alisa, have been a discovery and a gift in my writing life and my living by being embraced by your humanity in these times that scare the hell out of me! xo
Understanding and then feeling the ability for words, for writing, to move the very bedrock of our souls—this is what I've learned from reading all of the wondrous humans I've found on Substack. And Mary, you are the shining star sitting atop the mighty heap. ;)
Embracing all the new smile lines that have emerged from this announcement. I couldn’t possibly be more thrilled, baffled and proud. And Alisa, this early observation of yours is so keen, raw and strangely comforting, “Unfixed weaves together two mysteries running on parallel timelines, powered by two richly layered characters in profound internal conflict” as if the memoir itself brought forth a father I never knew to wholly participate in the writing of it. ❤️
So excited for readers to experience your story in a truly novelistic format because it's so gripping, it deserves the palpability of paper--the kind of haunting book that calls to you right when you walk in the door, that you need to get back to because you must find out what's happened, is the heroine OK? Is her father? What's become of them? I can't wait to meet both of these characters anew in this edition. ❤️
This is a wonderful post full of deep, ancestral insight and wisdom, plus exciting news about Unfixed! Immensely happy for you both! Hurray, hurray, hurray!
You’re all over Unfixed/Empress land tonight! It’s so sweet to feel you back in this hearth of goodness. I’ve missed your essays and wisdom, but I knew it was only a matter of time before we saw you again. Have you been well?
Aww, well, I missed you both too. I’ve been feeling like being off the net more lately, which has been more nurturing for my soul. Life has been an experience of highs and lows, but that’s just so of life to be like that. Haha. I hope you’re both safe and as best as can be. I’m so happy for you with Unfixed being published!
Omg yay! This is so awesome. Congratulations Kimberly. I am so happy for you. What an awesome awesome thing to happen :)
can hardly imagine a finer collaboration than the two of you or wait to get that book in hand...and to think i figured Maria Popova might be a chess master or poker player aieeeeeee!!!
A dreamy collaboration indeed—sisters from other misters perhaps. ;) Haha, Maria Popova does sound a bit like a chess master, and she is quite genius, so I wouldn't put it past her!
Love the vivid nature of your description! The wonderful thing about Barnes & Noble is that they really value memoir--a rare thing these days. We're so honored to be collaborating with Kimberly. I have every confidence she will break new ground for the genre. ❤️🔥👑
Remember what it was like to actually walk up to a three story building, reach for the handle of the front door with the excited anticipation of a kid entering a candy shop ? Stepping inside to a bright world of colors, books stacked floor to ceiling .The scent of fresh ink and paper. You’re not sure where to start so you just put one foot in front of the other and begin to float down isles,scanning titles ,occasionally reaching out with one hand or a finger, touching bindings with their glossy covers. I received a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble for Christmas, luckily, we proudly still have one in town. Ever since I heard Kimberly’s memoir is now destined to hit the shelves, I knew just what I was going to buy with it. I’m saving that certificate so I can walk in and head straight to the table literally holding the center spotlight. You know the one, New York Times Best Sellers, proudly displayed; listed #1.
I will reach out for it with two hands and a big smile and say to myself , she did it , I knew she would.
If I lived next door to you, I'd sneak into your office, draw hearts and stars all over that gift certificate and then cover it in glitter glue. If B&N don't recognize it's validity, no problem, because I'll hand deliver the book along with the biggest, longest hug (5 minutes too long) you've ever received. Vermont and Oregon really need to consider some sort of direct light-rail system.
I adore Kimberly. She makes my heart sing with every single interaction I have with her. Her raw courage, her kindness and the depth of her heart carry her through the world of chronic illness as a beacon shining the way. I’d follow her most anywhere.
Congrats on being published (again) with Empress!!! Can’t wait, and will absolutely buy a real book, since my library always has room for greatness.
My day is already starting off with a wide grinning heart thanks to your kind words Teyani. What could be more wonderful than that? Raw courage, I like those two words together. Sometimes we think of courage all brandished and bold. Mine is definitely more raw—lacking strategy, frayed around the edges (and nerve endings), I often leap before I look, so I don't know if that's courage but it sure feels fun to fly.
Your words bring to mind a favorite quote of mine:
“Come to the edge," he said.
"We can't, we're afraid!" they responded.
"Come to the edge," he said.
"We can't, We will fall!" they responded.
"Come to the edge," he said.
And so they came.
And he pushed them.
And they flew.”
~Guillaume Apollinaire
Oh that's lovely!
Right there with you--I'd follow her almost anywhere too! So excited for her ❤️!!!
OMG! This is so exciting!! Congratulations Kimberly.
It IS exciting! I had this feverish worry that it wasn't real until this very moment. And now I can't stop smiling.
How very exciting! Many congratulations Kimberly. It's been clear from the first posting that this is a book waiting to be published. A stunning and unique memoir, written with elegance, profound insight, and honesty, full of surprises, vulnerability and beauty, while grappling with the agonising heartache of unraveling trauma, grief, loss, and the immediate challenges of a mysterious illness... a rare combination.
You've been along for the ride from nearly the beginning Veronika and I couldn't fathom a more aligned (heart, mind and soul) reader. And I'm ever grateful for your Synchronosophy—a new (old) paradigm of being that embraces the horizontal playground of our aliveness where everything belongs. If that isn't Unfixed, I don't know what is! Thank you for being here friend, I truly cherish your wisdom and heart.
I pre ordered! Can’t wait. I’m a huge fan of Kimberly’s writing and her humanity. She is a deeply caring, supportive person. Congrats on the book! Wonderful interview! 👏👏🥰🥰
Thank you Carissa! You are a gem and wicked funny, might I add. ;) It's a joy to share this momentous experience with you.
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Kimberly's humanity and authenticity are a godsend! She's such a gift to our community--as are you! ❤️
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Well, that was a real pleasure - "ditch the perfect, don’t overthink the happy, and settle into gratitude for the wild, dynamic experience of midlife herself." - Thanks, beautifully said.
I started reading Unfixed some months back, and I've found your unrelenting generosity and grace a soothing salve. Once in a blue moon a person so authentic, so comfortable in themselves and so genuine appears like a fresh breeze on a stifling day and it’s an immense relief. Thanks Kimberly.
Gosh. And that fresh breeze perhaps just blew away anything I could possibly say in response. So instead, a deep, mirroring bow back to you.
Words to live by!
I agree with Mary. I think of Kimberly as a gift that showed up in my life when I needed that gift the most. I cannot WAIT for the book. I'm sure it will be dog-eared in no time.
Gah, I'm moved to tears Linda. THIS is my greatest hope for the memoir. That it shows up just at the right time, in the right hands, right when it's most needed. Thank you thank you for your presence in this journey.
RIGHT there with you! 🥰
Kimberly Warner has, quite simply, been a gift in my life. How we found each other I'll never know, but we did, and she changed how I view the world through her memoir, her interviews, her continued devotion to the written word. This questionnaire and the publication of her memoir are part of her evolving story. I offer these words with my congrats and my thanks to you, Alisa.
Mary, thank you for all of your encouragement and love. Kimberly and you have been profound gifts in my life--especially after the hardships of last year. I feel so fortunate to be able to take this step with her!
And you too, Alisa, have been a discovery and a gift in my writing life and my living by being embraced by your humanity in these times that scare the hell out of me! xo
Understanding and then feeling the ability for words, for writing, to move the very bedrock of our souls—this is what I've learned from reading all of the wondrous humans I've found on Substack. And Mary, you are the shining star sitting atop the mighty heap. ;)
Embracing all the new smile lines that have emerged from this announcement. I couldn’t possibly be more thrilled, baffled and proud. And Alisa, this early observation of yours is so keen, raw and strangely comforting, “Unfixed weaves together two mysteries running on parallel timelines, powered by two richly layered characters in profound internal conflict” as if the memoir itself brought forth a father I never knew to wholly participate in the writing of it. ❤️
So excited for readers to experience your story in a truly novelistic format because it's so gripping, it deserves the palpability of paper--the kind of haunting book that calls to you right when you walk in the door, that you need to get back to because you must find out what's happened, is the heroine OK? Is her father? What's become of them? I can't wait to meet both of these characters anew in this edition. ❤️