Dear lovely readers,
I wanted to take a moment to reach out because I know many of you were expecting a new book from me this month—and I wasn’t able to deliver it. If you had a pre-order, it has been cancelled, and I’m deeply sorry for the disappointment.
The truth is, this past year has been incredibly hard. I’ve been juggling writing, caring for my family, and trying to tend to my own mental health. My grandmother and my cat of 16 years died a few weeks apart, and one of my dearest friends moved away, and... well. There's a lot more, but needless to say, my spirits have been low. Despite my best efforts, burnout and grief have caught up with me, and finishing the book right now just hasn’t been possible.
I know this has been an ongoing struggle over the past few years, and I hate letting you down. Please know that I am still writing—this book will come, as will others—but I need to give myself time to heal and recover my creative energy.
If you’re also feeling worn down—whether by loss, by stress, or by the overwhelming state of the world—please accept a huge virtual hug from me. You’re not alone in this. I’m right there with you.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your patience, kindness, and support.
With love,
Kate Avery Ellison
