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So in less than two weeks, the paperback edition of Reinventing Rita will be sent out to all those lovely people who pre-ordered her—and my deepest thanks to all of you!

But just in case you haven't made the move yet, you can still take advantage of the pre-paperback-launch deal!

Preorder the paperback version from the BookBaby Bookshop page with the code MaySpecial and you’ll get it for just $11.99! That’s $5 off the list price! But the deal is only good until May 31 so hurry now and reserve your copy.

REINVENTING RITA will ship out June 1—just in time to enjoy a relaxing summer read!

In the meantime, I've been finishing all my pre-launch activities, which included a fun interview with NN Light's Book Heaven and another one with Michele Orwin at Bacon and Books blog.

I also added a new book trailer—So many changes—and a video about why I decided to write novels featuring midlife women to my Midlife Moxie Novel Series channel on YouTube.

Check them out and share your thoughts!

I've also scheduled a ton of in-person events for the next six months. Here's the link
and if you're in the area, stop by and say hi!

And if you do read REINVENTING RITA, I would be so grateful if you'd post a review here on Goodreads or on Amazon, Barnes & Noble or BookBub!











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It's always exciting (albeit a little nerve-wracking) when your latest book is out in the world.

Will reviewers like it?
Will readers like it?
Have you done the best job you could have done in telling the story?

That's where I'm at now with Reinventing Rita, and so far the comments I've received have been positive. (Which means I can now release the breath I have been holding since the ebook launched months ago!)

Here are excerpts from a few of the reviews I've received:

From BigAl’s Books & Pals: “a story that a lot of older and middle age folks, regardless of gender, are going to relate to in some fashion and be pulling for Rita to figure things out as you sympathize with her situation.”

From Leslie Rasmussen, award-winning author: "I enjoyed following Rita as she found her strength and followed her heart and discovered another side of her. This is the kind of book you wish kept going even after the story is over.”

From K. Dianne Schwartz, author: “I love that term: Midlife Moxie. I admire how Nancy doesn’t call in the inevitable male to sweep away the struggling middle age female, saving her from herself. This book is real life. You need to read it.”

From Dorothy Rosby, award-winning author and humorist: “Delicious! And in more ways than one. Reinventing Rita features a woman in transition creating beautiful baked goods and desserts as she creates a new life for herself... encouragement to all of us to follow our bliss whatever our age.”

From Chante Thomas, author: “Rita is so relatable! She has a huge talent but is scared to let it be seen... I could not put this book down!”

From Clarissa J. Markiewicz, novelist: “Anyone who has ever had an Act II will relate to the empty nest syndrome Reinventing Rita brings to life... With a dash of humor, a slice of reality, and a sprinkle of charm, Reinventing Rita is a delightful addition to author Nancy Christie’s Midlife Moxie series.”

From Patricia Averbach, award-winning author: “Reinventing Rita is a tasty soufflé of a novel with a nourishing message at its heart... This wonderful tale, full of humor and delicious insights into the plight of starting over in mid-life, is a sure winner for anyone interested in good writing, good food, and a good story. Highly recommended.”

From Dawn Reno Langley, author: “Christie’s well-written tale about a woman finding herself…covered in flour…is a funny and touching one that most women with a little life experience can relate to and appreciate... If you want a great weekend read, this one fits the bill — both dramatic and comedic with a little ‘moxie’ thrown in on the side.”

From Don Dockry, reader: “Reinventing Rita is an easy read that kept my interest until the end! It has a contemporary message that many people will relate to! It’s a must read for this summer.”

From Lydia Wallace, Goodreads Reader: "Nancy Christie thanks for helping me to reinvent my life... After reading your book and seeing how Rita made her dreams come true... I decided I was ready to make my dreams come true"

If you're looking for a lighthearted novel about a midlife woman ready to find out what life holds in store for her, check out REINVENTING RITA. I know you'll love it!

More details and sales links about the book are here: https://www.nancychristie.com/books/r...