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Alisa Kennedy Jones's avatar

Hey there... It's been a whirlwind morning here at Empress Editions... but I couldn’t resist taking a moment to express our sheer delight in working with the incomparable Kimberly Warner. :) Her radiant brilliance and boundless creativity inspire us daily. While there’s much to do, collaborating with her feels less like work and more like a joyous celebration of possibility.

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

We should wear party jeans every day then.

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Ann Collins's avatar

You've poured so much of your heart and soul into these pages. I can't wait to turn them. Thank you for your outpouring and care--what an honor to be here with you.

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Thank you Ann. That’s a wonderful thought for every time I turn the pages of anyone’s book. Like turning pages of their soul.

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Jen Machajewski's avatar

Congratulations! I learned of your work during the pandemic and I'm so happy for you. And selfishly as a writer, it is inspiring to know that your consistent hard work to just keep writing and sharing and lifting up others has led to this outcome. Can't wait to read it all at once. Congrats again!

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Toni Prehoda Kahler's avatar

Congrats---beautiful affirmation! Yay! I raise a toast, yes---look forward to reading through the pages--- your writing, your words, your journey---this publishing is your triumph...

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Ching ching!!!! xoxox

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E.T. Allen's avatar

😎 😎 😎 you are a brilliant light 😎 😎 😎

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Haha, yeh, put on those sunglasses! But especially when you're looking in the mirror.

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E.T. Allen's avatar

🥹

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Holly Starley's avatar

Slowest response ever! Keep meaning to say yay! Keep meaning to say this is amazing! Keep meaning to say I knew this book needed a print home from the moment I stumbled on a chapter and then couldn’t stop binging! Congratulations, my friend. Can’t wait to hold the book in my hands.

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

I think you already did, somewhere in our flurry of blasts! So much gratitude for you and your ever-loving and wise support along the way. xoxox

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Rafael Concepcion's avatar

Congratulations, Kimberly, this is such great news. I saw the word “cinematic” in the release, are you already spending the dough in your imagination for the movie rights? Just kidding, I’m so happy for you!

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Thank you Rafael? Funny you should mention that, the publisher actually IS sending to agents to bid on limited TV series rights. I just about fainted when I read that!

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Chloe Hope's avatar

This is very, very exciting. The world will be a better place on October 14th, and that I know to be true. Congratulations, love! 👏

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

That’s a long way to wait! Every time you publish on Death & Birds, the world’s song is more harmonious. I’m glad we don’t have to wait until October. :)

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Jeffrey Streeter's avatar

Congratulations, Kimberly! And equally to Alisa for signing her up!

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Thank you Jeffrey!

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Chris Anselmo's avatar

Ahhhhh congrats Kim! (And Alisa!) I'm so happy for you.

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Ahhhhh! I like that response. I don’t know if it’s a scream or a wondrous, relaxing exhale. I feel like both are happening simultaneously :)

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Chris Anselmo's avatar

I think it's all of the above! Come to think of it I've never actually thought about it 😂 but it's definitely positive!

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Nathan Slake's avatar

What a way to begin the year! So many congrats, Kimberly. So excited and thrilled for you.

Signed up to the list! :D

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Thank you thank you. Like I shared in notes, I sincerely hope my luck is contagious and all my favorite writers over here make announcements like this in the near future.

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Maddie Burton's avatar

Well this is HUGE!! I’m so happy for you and Alisa, Kim—what an unstoppable partnership. Mazel tov! 🥳

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Isn’t Alisa the cat’s meow sprinkled with glitter and genius? I couldn’t be happier with this partnership.

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Alisa Kennedy Jones's avatar

Awwww.... blushing. (Now that I'm finally seeing 🥰)

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Maddie Burton's avatar

Couldn’t imagine a more perfect description! 😍

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Amy - The Tonic's avatar

Best news of the new year so far! I simply cannot wait to hold your book in my hands, to take my time with your exquisite writing. Congratulations, my friend! You are an inspiration 🌟

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Amy, you’re such a soulful, loving champion! Thank you for being here with me, understanding the journey, and continuing to do the good work you do in the world and with this community.

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Jenovia 🕸️'s avatar

I KNEW this day would come!!!!! I am ECSTATIC for you, Kimberly!!!! And for your readers!!!! We get to have a physical copy in our hands!!!! Waaaaaa!!!!! 💥💥💥💗 My heart is exploding!

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Jenovia, I get chills thinking about our path’s crossing at the very earliest days of sharing this memoir. Your encouragement and vulnerable reflections were foundational in my ability to keep on going. When I doubted myself, I’d go back and “read what Jenovia shared” to keep going. You’ve been a light beyond anything I ever could’ve imagined. Thank you thank you.

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Sarah Teresa Cook's avatar

I could not be happier for you, Kimberly <3 What a great story, on multiple levels.

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Thank you Sarah, and thank you for being such an astute reader, and feeling deeply into all those layers.

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David Knowles's avatar

Congratulations Kimberly. I love it when good things come to good people :-)

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Kimberly Warner's avatar

Isn't that the truth? I wish that were always the case in this world. Thank you for your kind words David.

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