If you’ve been in my world for a while (I started my coaching business back in 2000), you know that I’ve always shared my thoughts, emotions and ideas in writing. I’ve generated hundreds (thousands?) of newsletters, blogs, and countless social media posts.
Then, I released my first book Smart Self-Care for Busy Women: 20 Lessons to Help You Create the “Me Time” You Keep Putting Off at the beginning of the pandemic in May 2020 when, it turns out, it was sorely needed! It’s a quick read and has 48 positive reviews, so go download it to your Kindle and start reading it if you haven’t already!
And now, at long last, I’m THRILLED to let you know that my next book Sacred Celebrations: Designing Rituals to Navigate Life’s Milestone Transitions is releasing on November 14th! I was inspired to begin writing it after my adoptive mom died on September 11, 2016. It’s taken me almost six years to bring it into the world, but I believe it was worth the wait and I hope you will too!
What you’ll learn in this book:
- Why rituals and celebrations are essential for our individual and collective health and well-being.
- How to create opportunities to celebrate, both personally and professionally.
- Advice on how to design meaningful and magical events utilizing key elements.
- You’ll be inspired to engage with community in deep and meaningful ways by learning about other ceremonies and rituals around the world.
So, without any further ado…TA DA! Here’s the cover!
Isn’t it gorgeous?
What do you see when you look at this image?
The elements that I love include:
- The feeling of connection, community, spirituality, depth, celebration and more!
- The juxtaposition of gold and black which highlights the fact that we can always find light in the darkness.
- The circle of diverse women sharing and supporting one another in community.
- The implied connection to Mother Earth (women sitting on the ground) and Father Sky (stars in the sky).
I feel that my graphic designer did an amazing job of capturing the essence of the message and I can’t wait to share it all with you.
The book will be available for pre-order sometime later in October (I promise, I’ll let you know when the link is live!) and will officially release on November 14th!
I’d LOVE YOUR help! Want to join me in spreading this message far and wide?
Ways you can help me get ready for my book release:
- Come follow me on Facebook and Instagram if you’re not already! (I love seeing what you’re up to, too!)
- Follow my author page on Amazon. (This second book will be added soon!)
- Read my first book Smart Self-Care for Busy Women and leave a review on Amazon. (This really helps with visibility and search engine stuff!)
- Join my Sacred Celebrations VIP Team. Sign up here to be added to the list! (It doesn’t require a lot of time on your part but I promise we’ll have some extra fun together! I’ll be contacting folks at the end of October!)
- If you live in Asheville (or know someone who does), let me know if you’d like to be invited to the Book Release Party on Wednesday November 15th!
- If you live elsewhere, stay tuned for the Virtual Book Release Party on Friday November 17th!
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Elizabeth
P.S. Last week, I fulfilled two orders of Sacred Celebrations bracelets for two different women’s retreat groups! I simply adore designing jewelry that serves as a sacred talisman for time spent together on retreat! If you know are hosting a retreat—or know anyone who is—please reach out and let’s find the perfect gift for your group!
