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Jeffrey Yamaguchi's avatar

Congratulations on the launch of your book, and absolutely love this note (to yourself) that you shared. What a beautiful way to mark the occasion and celebrate the pub day of your debut novel!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you so much for all of your support, Jeffrey! I really appreciate it! 🤗

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Benjamin Bradley's avatar

This is EVERYTHING. Resonates so firmly.

And congrats!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you soooo much, Benjamin! 🤗 I hope your debut year is continuing to exceed your wildest dreams!

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Jason Arehart's avatar

So amazing! Congrats on the release of your debut. The premise seems really great!!!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you so much for your kind words, Jason! I really appreciate it 😃

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Andrew Thomas's avatar

Loved this! So many congrats even though I don’t know you! I’m going to try and hunt the book down locally soon!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you SO much, Andrew!!! I look forward to purchasing your debut novel from my local indie in the near future, too! 🤗

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Kat Lewis's avatar

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing these insights. I’ve been working through similar thoughts as my book makes its way into the world, and this post makes me feel seen.

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Ahhh, I'm so happy to hear that this post resonated with you, Kat! 🤗 Wishing you all the best for your debut! 🥳

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Rachael Johns Author's avatar

Fabulous post. Thanks for writing it and congrats on your debut book. I will definitely be adding it to my pile!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you SO much for your kind and supportive words, Rachael! I sincerely appreciate it 🤗

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Andrea Benvenuto's avatar

Congratulations, and thank you for sharing!!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you so much, Andrea!

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Annie McQuaid's avatar

Congrats!!! I'm so excited for you and I love this letter.

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

I really appreciate your support, Annie!!

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Olivia Muenter's avatar

Congratulations, Kristen! This was such a special letter and gift to yourself.

So happy for you and can't wait to read!!

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Thank you so, so much, Olivia!! I really appreciate it. Today has been an absolute dream come true. 🥰

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Joss Because's avatar

I have genuine tears streaming down my cheeks. This was perfect. I will read this many more times.

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Kristen L. Berry's avatar

Joss!!! 😭 Thank you so, so much. I wish you all of this and more for your upcoming debut launch <3

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