So I saw a link on Facebook this morning that led to a book with my name on it, and I had to laugh. I didn't know it was out there yet--there, of course, being the vast land of Internet Kingdom. But there it was, so I wanted to share it with you.
From the horse's mouth (and I do have big teeth)...
A memoir about perspective and finding beauty in the unexpected:
Bloom will be available in April, 2012 from William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins. We have lots of fun to entertain us until then. Like sisters who dump old Christmas cards in our front entrance and play with them all morning.
I'll keep you posted when it gets closer, but I do want to thank all of you for sharing our journey. It makes it extra special, and this book truly wouldn't be possible without you. Surreal, really. So, thank you. That is all.
Order a copy, pre-sale, at any of the following links: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Books a Million, and Indiebound.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
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Beautiful cover!
I cannot wait to pick up a copy!!
Xo
Sunny
Can't wait to get this!! :)
I can't wait to get it!!!
awesome!!!!! Can't wait to read it!
Love the cover of that! Can't wait to read it! Are we going to be able to preorder it???
<3
YAY! (Wish it were out now...)
Oh, and we are doing OK. Waiting to see Ellie. So far, so good.
How exciting! Starting the Christmas countdown with four months to go and your new book! Will put it on next year's Christmas list!
I can't wait to read it!
I had no idea this was in the works - how exciting! Cannot wait to read it, hope it'll be available in the UK ;)
Yay a book to look foward to reading! Can't wait. Thanks for letting us be a part of your journey.
I agree with everyone else...beautiful cover and can't wait to ready it!!
yay!! congrats!! can't wait!!!
Oh my goodness. I have ALWAYS hoped you would write a book. I can't wait to read it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yay yay yay!! cannot wait!!
Kelle, this is so great! You know we'll all be reading it. :)
Oh gosh, I wish it was out now!
April? That's too long to wait!!
Congratulations. I love the cover art. Love it.
oh I'm so so excited! Congratulations.
Awesomeness. You should be very proud of yourself! Yeah for you! xo
YAY!! Congrats!!!! Can't wait to get it!!!
Congratulations!!! I am so excited for you - and us...we are gonna be so lucky next Spring...hmm, appropriately timed release, eh? God's plan, not ours - forever being reminded!
April, you say - just in time for my birthday! *makes wish list*
Congratulations!! :)
Today is my 62nd birthday and I read your blog faithuflly! Thank you for sharing your life with us all!
I consider you a dear fried and a blessing in my life!
Thank You for being you!
"Our journey" certainly embraces this wonderful family of encouragers, inspirers, teachers, applauders, listeners, lovers, laughers, pray-ers, good thought senders, resource connectors that comprise this corner of blogdom. I think I shall send in my pre-order just to assure my first edition. Now you work on teaching Nella and Lainey to sign it for their Poppa...oh, and maybe you as well! Proud of you! Loving you!
--Poppa
Lainey gets props her awesome jersey! Bear down!!
So exciting! I can't wait to read it!
BOOK TOUR?!??! PLEEEAAASSSE!? But only if you come to Canada too or that just wouldn't be fair!!! :)
Congrats, Kelle! So excited to pre-order my copy when I can. ;)
Congratulations!! What an amazing accomplishment! Not only will it be a treasure to the thousands of us who adore you, but it's such an amazing gift for your sweet girls. What a blessing to have their Mama's wisdom and love hardbound. xo
It's going to be sold out in minutes! And you sooo deserve it! :)
way to go Kelle!
I cannot wait to read it! Thanks so much for taking us on your journey with you and opening up part of your life. Congrats!
Oh goodness! I can't wait to read it! Your blog inspires me so much. March is so very far away :(
I'm looking forward to reading it, very exciting!
Already so excited! You'll have to let your faithful followers know where we can get our signed copies :-)
Congrats =) Can't wait to read it!!
cannot freakin wait to read it!!!
LOVE that Lainey is wearing a Bears jersey =)
amazing! I can't wait to read this...
Amazing! What a lovely cover. Can't wait for April!
can't wait!
Congratulations!! I look forward to reading it!! Having a book published is such a wonderful feeling....I'm so glad you are able to experience it too.
wow, kelle!! thats amazing! yeah for you, girl!!
AAWWWEEEESSSOOOMMMEEE! does that translate?? that means . wow- i m so excited to read this. :)
Congratulations!! Can't wait to read it!
Ahh! Kelle! That's so exciting!
-Carly @ Createlive
Sorry to you had to share the news when maybe you were not ready, but soo happy you did!! So excited!! And truly.. a gorgeous book cover!
xx
Have been waiting for this news. :-)
The cover photo is one of my all-time favorites. When you do your book tour (and I really hope you will!) I will be the first in line here in Northern CA.
Congratulations Kelle!
xo
Kate
I am an avid reader/book blogger/aspiring author and I cannot wait to read this! I've been wondering when we'd be seeing your book. Perfect title too. :)
Yay! Congrats! Can't wait to get a copy
Congratulations!!! Looking forward to reading it!
i am gonna cry, so cool.
I can't wait to get my copy! Squeeee :) Way to go Kelle!
I'm so happy for you! This is so incredible!!
I love the cover! :) Can't wait to buy/read it!!
-Megan
http://watchwizardwrite.blogspot.com/
I have already seen it when I was searching amazon for your name some weeks ago. So much looking forward to it!!
Hooray for you! I have never pre-ordered a book in my life until now! Can't wait to get it in my hands. Reading your blog is so satisfying, I can only imagine how the book will translate. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us.
SO excited...can't wait to read your book and share it with everyone I know!!!! Congratulations on it!
SO HaPpY for YOU!! Where can I get an autographed copy?
It's like waiting for Christmas morning!!
Consider one sold to this Kelle Hampton fan! Seriously, where do you find the time to do so many amazing things with your wild and precious life? You are truly an inspiration and I cannot wait to read your book.
Oh my word! That is amazing! I'm so excited for you! I've been reading your blog since Nella's birth and can't be more happy for you!
Oh my gosh! SO happy for you!
That is so exciting! Congrats! Can't wait to read it -- are you doing a book tour? Come to Kansas City!!!
Love the cover...and adding it to my Goodreads!!
http://chocolatemomrants.blogspot.com/
Awesome! But may I ask why rap, drugs, and organized crime are being used as keyword tags on Amazon? Unless you have a secret life you're not telling us about, this is too funny!
Amazing!! We all knew it was coming, but WHEN? we did not know! Can't wait for April 2012 =)
Great cover - hope it will be available on Kindle...
Congratulation, Kelle!! I hope this is the first of MANY!
This is the weirdest thing! I was thinking of your blog this morning, and how you could totally make a book of it! I hope you are being compinsated for this wonderful idea! I would love to purchase it as well!!
Hey Hey, I'd like my signed please:))!
Soooo excited to read your memoir!! The cover is a beautiful shot, as always!!
I CANT WAIT TO READ YOUR BOOK!!!!!! Congratulations!
That is so incredible...congrats!
OMG! So exciting! I can't wait to read!! XOXO
wonderful news!! congrats! i can't wait!
Yay!!! So happy for you!
OH MY GOSH!!! congratulations and how exciting! I can't wait to read it!
CAN'...nope not gonna start this comment with "can't"...it's already been used..LOL.
I'm so excited for you. I hope you'll continue to blog because this has been like reading one of the greatest stories of all time & the fact that it has no ending is what makes is so very special. Your talent speaks for itself & you deserve all that comes your way.
Cheers!
Maria
Wow, Kelle! Congratulations! I look forward to it with great anticipation. As a long time reader, how did I miss this news?!
Love the cover, brought a tear to my eye and gave me chills.
Good job!
http://itiswhatitisorisit.net/
I can't wait to read this! I'm getting misty just thinking about it.
So excited about your book! Hey, I have a craft idea for the old Christmas cards. I let my kids cut them up and we use them as gift tags for the following year.
Oh, I can't wait for this. Was just thinking about it last week actually, wondering when it might be available.
And I love the title. My girls' room and our little family only blog is all about blooming and growing, and blooming where you are planted.
I am so excited for you! Congratulations!
Kelle, you are such an inspiration to me as a Mom, a writer, and a liver of life. I am so genuinely happy for you, what a huge event. Congratulations.
As usual, you've given me something to aspire to and hope for in my own future.
Congrats!
That is awesome! Congrats and can not wait to read it!
You are so inspiring, Kelle. Congratulations on the new book! I can't wait to read it.
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!
A real live AUTHOR!!!!!
So proud!
xoxo
c
Congratulations. :)
I cannot wait!! I actually considered asking you if you had ever considered writing a book when we were fb chatting last night! So excited!!
OH I can't wait! I love your writing style, so I'll be sure to buy it :) Congratulations!
Woah to the wizzle to the hizzle to the WOOT!!!!!!!!!!
Yay! Birthday present for me!
Congratulations!!
Congratulations! I am so excited for you. April's my birthday month- I know what I will be treating myself to for my birthday:-)
A book :-) that's gonna be one good read!You already got lots of customers queuing up to buy it Kelle!Best sellers list here you come! X
Congratulations! I texted my Mom in excitement the moment I saw this ha
That's so exciting! I can't wait to read it! I love your blog and following your story with your sweet and beautiful family!
You are amazing. When in the world do you have time to write a book?? Just started a book club...can't wait to add your book to our list!
So excited for you!!!!!! What a great title!
FABULOUS! I read everything on Kindle nowawadays, but I will need a hard copy for sure! Congrats!!!
I will definitely be buying a copy....or two. :) Can't wait!!
shame on you for keeping this such a secret, i know you've said you were writing a book but the reality of it must've slipped passed me. congrats!
Yay!! I've been anxiously awaiting for you to announce this! Can't wait!
OMG- SO excited to read this when it comes out and excited for you and your successes! Way to go, Kelle!
Oh Kelle. I am just so genuinely happy for you. Each time a blogger, and in particular a woman, reaches her dream of publishing a book it gives me a little hope that maybe someday, my name might be on the cover.
I cannot wait to read it. Off to pre-order my copy and count down the days until April ;)
I'm so excited for you! I could read your writing all day. Congratulations!
How exciting! Congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment! You have a reader in me, off to see about pre-ordering. :)
A book! Amazing! Cannot wait to read it! So who will play you in the movie?????????
if ever there was someone born to be an author , it's you!!! I'm so proud of you!!
How exciting! Wish it were coming out sooner, but I'm preordering at least three copies -- I know I'll want some to give as gifts to BFFs and my daughter!
Amazing. Congratulations!! I have commented only once before but I am a daily reader :) Your words and pictures are inspiring so I can only imagine how wonderful your book will be. I knew you were from Michigan but just saw you were from Troy, which is only weird, since I grew up in Troy, now live in Bloomfield Hills, and vacation all winter in Naples. Just a small world! I can't wait to buy your book :)
Seriously!? I have to wait 'til April!? I am so excited to read this!!! Congrats Kelle!
Oh Kelle I CANNOT wait!!! I've never been so excited about a book before! Whoo-hoo!!!
Oh - and please tell me those are really Nella's beautiful feet?!?!?!
Does the teeny weeny lady own those beautiful piggy toes?????
Delighted to see that your book is on the way! Hope I will be able to source it from Ireland!!
Oh, You KNOW I'm preordering that bad boy!
SO, super-duper excited for you!!
XOXO,
Angie from Ohio
Dear Kelle,
I will for sure buy your book and I would watch your "Kelle" show too because you teach the philosophy of BLOOM in a beautiful way!
I also think you should host a radio show because I LOVE your play list. Wouldn't it be great if we could fit all our talents in one small life? Maybe a little of each will have to suffice :-)
Thanks for sharing, & Congrats GIRLY!!!
Aerobic Mom
I was just wondering about it, after reading in parents magazine that it would be out in 2012.
Can't wait!
Oh, Kelle, how wonderful!
I'm so happy for you and want to congratulate you from the bottom of my heart.
I can't wait to read it.
You're such a master when it comes to writing, living, being a mother, photographing, loving, being a friend, being an inspiration..... I could go on actually!
It couldn't have happened to a more wonderful person.
I cannot wait. Fab!
wow! amazing! congratulations!
how is it that you get so much done?! you must soak every minute out of every day. you are honestly such an inspiration. you deserve all the goodness in the world.
Oh, Kelle!!!
So sincerely moved by your announcement! Finally, a tangible piece of you (in a sooo not weird way :). I will treasure it.
Going to order now.....yikes, my heart is racing!
Kelly
Can't wait, ohh so exciting, hope it has lots of your lovely photos it will be lovely to see them in print.
Glad I'm not the only one to keep Christmas cards, I don't think Rob realized how many boxes of precious cards I squirreled away when we moved and hid them up in the loft!
Okay, now that's just a tease- 7 months? Truly looking forward to reading it :)
Amazing! Girl, you do have one wild and crazy life :)
I am thrilled for you.. and a tad bit jealous... I would love, love, loooove to have a book with my name on it... one day... one day! I too... love the cover and the title! God has gifted you with words - and I truly enjoy reading them - each one.
This is awesome, I love reading your blog and can't wait to get my hands on this. Sorry about your miscarriages and I hope you are doing OK. You are in my thoughts..
I can't wait to get a copy!! (maybe you will do a signed copy as a giveaway?) :)
Congratulations! That is so exciting!
Kelle,
I want to hug you today for two entirely different reasons. I am so excited for your book and cannot wait to celebrate the beginning of my 35th year enjoying it! April is totally the best month of the year! It's already my favorite book! :)
I LOVE the title, too. Since Nella's Bloom Where you are Planted birthday, I've thought about a similar boy theme, and the best I could do was Let your Little Light Shine. Fitting, because Jack's our Yankee Doodle Dandy, but the girl version's much cuter!
And I read last night's post this afternoon, as well. You inspire me in ways I've never experienced. Your passion and zeal for life and love and family are unmatched. You are truly an amazing lady! I am so sorry for your loss but happy to hear that you are well. I just love your oft-described theory on heartache and how it stretched your heart out to accept more joy, more love, more fun. This next baby is sure going to be joyous, lovely, and FUN--- whenever s/he decides to come!
I always tell people that if they want to know how I'm feeling, they should just read your blog! I just connect with it...
Mrs. Kelle Hampton you never stop amazing me. You have an amazing story. I always think about how you were put in this position to send a message. Your blog was small and more of a vehicle to communicate with family, it seemed, prior to Nella's birth. How wonderful that you had it in place to share your story and your families journey. It was meant to be. You have been a beacon of light for those that have special needs children and a wonderful role model for all mothers. I have two children ( 5 1/2 and 1 1/2)and struggle with the simple joys of the daily tasks but realize, through your eyes, that it doesn't need to feel so much like work.
You are so excellent at nurturing. Bless you for being out here on the web for us all to access.
i wish there was a "like" button for your dad's blog post comments. he is awesome!
I bet it will be a great read...
Congrats!
I want this book.
And it better have pictures!
Just pre-ordered my Bible, I mean book :O)
Congratulations! So excited to see you on the stands....
Setting: Local Bookstore
Characters: Me and Total Stranger
"Me's" direction: Give the gentle elbow to the Total Stranger standing next to "me" as they read your inside cover of BLOOM and say "I knew her when she took her first prance as a Unicorn Mama...cool chick".
xoxoxo
CONGRATS! That's awesome!!!
Ohhh my goodness, I am so excited! I had no idea you were writing a book. I cannot wait to read it. And I agree what a lovely cover!!
So excited for this book! I love reading your blog, Kelle! You truly do know how to find beauty in the unexpected, and it is inspiring to see and learn from.
Wow! What an accomplishment! So excited for you and the fam and SO excited to read the book.
you ROCK!!!1 Hooray and I am counting the days until "Bloom" comes out!!!
Congrats! Can't wait to read it!
Kelly
www.kellybuyers.com
Smiling from ear to ear. You know that I want a signed copy, right?! Really hope this will be available on Amazon UK. If it's not, I'm flying out! So if you're doing a reading in a book shop and a woman with a strange accent and bad teeth approaches you brandishing your book and demanding you sign it - yeah, that'll be me.
Also don't want to cross-post comment but not sure if you check new comments on old posts so just wanted to say am so sorry to hear of your losses. Thinking of you.
I cannot wait!
"Bloom" ... just like the sign at Nella's birthday party! How fitting!
Congratulations! I can't wait to read it!
YAY! Pages and pages of Kelle's words...can't wait!
Cannot wait to read this-congrats! Any plans for a release party/book signing?? I vacation in Naples every April (and feb) hopefully you will have something at barnes and noble when we are there :-)
Just pre-ordered my copy from Amazon. Cannot wait to see your blog writing turn into book writing, and am even more excited to share it with my friends! Looking forward to the book arriving in April:)
Wow! How exciting! I just wonder how long it took you to select a picture for the cover. You have so many to choose from! You are a wonderful writer, and I can't wait to see it!
Just yesterday I was wondering about it. How it was comming along and when it would be ready to read and now Wonder no more. I am looking forward to reading it. Thanks for your inspiration and for your willingness to share your journey with so many strangers.
FAMOUS I tell ya! Yay. Bright star- growing brighter everyday. XO
Thrilled to own it soon:). Thank you for writing, for blogging still . . .your posts lift my days.
Just pre-ordered it! Can't wait for it to arrive on my doorstep!!
I'm so excited. Yay! Will definitely buy one.
I've been having trouble finding my rose coloured glasses these past few weeks and I was so grateful for your post! I've pre-ordered Bloom and got a little pick me up. You have been a huge inspiration for me and I have been trying to wear my glasses at all times so thank you for a bit of a return of the rose coloured hue.
Can't wait to buy a copy and read it with coffee in the morning and a glass of wine at night!
Congratulations, Kelle! How exciting!! :)
Kelle, I know we don't know each other but I just have to tell you that I am so proud of you. I've been reading since the day the birth story of Nella hit the blogosphere and check in regularly.
I just love that women can do such amazing things. I just eat up all these amazing women's gains and use them to give me the nerve to do my own amazing things! You have so much to look forward to - can't wait to see it all! Best.
Wow! I can't wait to get this book in my hands...congratulations and thank you for sharing your life with us :)
Congratulations! I can't wait to read it!!!
Oh this is so wonderful!!! Can't wait to read it. Congratulations and that is a beautiful title and cover. - Amy
So excited! beautiful cover!
Kelle, Congratulations on the book. I can't wait to read it and I will be pre-ordering it. You have such a way with words and have been a great inspirations.
Amazing where your life has taken you in the last 19 months, right? God is giving you what your family needs and so much more.
Congratulations.
-Jennifer from Annapolis
I can't wait to read it! Congratulations!
OH. MY. GOSH. i am so tickled happy, i was waiting for the day when you would announce a book. i look forward to your posts and i can't even IMAGINE reading a whole book writen by you and and being able to put it down! oh and if end up doing a book tour, please put DC on your list!!!
also, thank you for sharing your story yesterday as well as providing that beautiful article on "what to expect". i really marvel at how you are able to do everything and keep your sunny disposition. you have been an inspiration to me as we deal with some sad family health news. thank you for reminding me to enjoy the small things in my daily life. :)
You are an inspiration to many :) Congratulations!!
LOL, was this supposed to be a secret? I heard about it about a year ago on another blog, including the title :) Congrats though!
I love love love your blog and am so excited to see you have a book coming out. Your words are beautiful, inspirational, raw, and moving. I have 3 kids and my youngest is about a month behind the lovely Miss Nella. My oldest, has a heart defect and we have been through many surgeries and lots of therapy, so your stories hit close to home. When you talk about that brick wall of emotion hitting you at times, and the reflections of both optimistic and pessimistic feelings sometimes clouding your vision of the here and now, I...I can completely understand and it makes me feel less alone. So thank you! And keep on writing!
how exciting! cant wait to read it!
xo
Erin
pinkandpolos.blogspot.com
I found your blog about 2 months ago, I am a huge fan. You are so inspiring and motivating. I can't wait to get a copy of the book.
SO excited for this, and happy for you and your family! Enjoy the pre-glo of this wonderful adventure!
Super excited about your book! I have become addicted to your Blog in the last few weeks so a book makes mr really happy :-)
Total goosebumps. The cover looks amazing and I know the story is too. I can't wait to read it.
So awesome! I can't wait to read it! Did you take the photo on the cover?
Yay I'm very excited!! Go Kelle! Good work!! Proud of you :)
Congratulations! That is SO exciting! What a perfect title and cover! Can't wait to check it out this spring!! :)
Congratulations on your book!
I'm so sorry about your miscarriages. It is such a hard thing to go through. Isn't it amazing how quickly you can get attached to a little life?
I pray you get your heart's desire.
YAY can't wait to read it!
Congrats! I thought it was still a long way off (well much longer at least). I will be putting it on Christmas list this year!!
Fantastic!! This was a day full of good news, many congratulations... I truly can't wait (I don't have any old Christmas cards to play with)
YAY! A book by Kelle! Can hardly wait. I will pre-order mine! So exciting...
Congratulations Kelle! I can't wait for your book to grace our shelves. It feels like such a joy to share with you even though we don't really know each other at all. I have followed your blog since Nella's birth. My Aubrey and your Nella are only a month apart. : ) My older girls and even my 3 yo little boy love to look at pictures of your girls. The new one of Nella on the stool keeps getting looked at and looked at. It brings such a smile to our faces! We love "that look" she giving! Thank you for sharing a glimpse of your lives with us. It's been a blessing. Hugs!
Congrats Kelle - how exciting!! Can't wait to read :).
<3 l-o-v-e <3 I've always dreamed of writing a book, but have yet to encounter my life's inspiration for such...so glad you found yours and you're sharing it with all of us! Pre-ordering sounds like a must just knowing how many people follow and breath this blog with you. Congratulations, Kelle!!!
Oh, how excited I am - I can't wait for this to come out!
Can't wait for this! I remember when your story was published in Parents magazine there was mention of you writing a book! I can't wait to read it! Congratulations!
Oh my goodness! I'm so excited for your book!!
love the cover! can't wait to read it!
You amazing, amazing, amazing girl.. "I know I wasn't what you expected, but please love me.." Nella is yours for a reason..
Keep changing the worlds perception and perspective.. I'm the sister or a handicapped brother, who was one day punched in the face on a dare, and when that boy showed up to apologize my little brother simply hugged him and said it was okay.. So many people need to know of the love these precious few offer, so glad Nella is yours.
Congratulations!
What a beautiful cover - I love it!
Congrats and I can't WAIT til it comes out - going to order my copy now :)
wow. this is exciting!! can i get my copy signed when i send it to you?
Bloom, the perfect title. Kids 'bloom' so easily just like your two girls in the hall enjoying those cards. I am looking forward to the release of your book. susan
Congratulations Kelle on your book!
I'm really looking forward to reading it!
xo
Wow! I imagine it will be sold out before it even starts to sell! Congratulations, Kelle!
Congratulations. This is so exciting. And while our paths never crossed, I just have to say that you are amazing and I am honored and happy to be able to tune into your blog from this part of the world!
Congratulations from France from a loyal reader to you and your family on your impending book. I knew you had it in you ;-)
Stephanie
Oh, happy day. I.cannot.wait....
What an appropriately lovely cover for such beautiful writing and such an amazing person! Congratulations!
How exciting to have a book! I think the publishing world is so excitng these days - there's so much opportunity for anyone who wants to visage their nom de plume on a cover!
O!M!G! Was this news that was known?? Did I blink somewhere? Congratulations, Kelle! Can't wait to get a copy!!! xo
Oh My!!! I cant wait to read the book..April 2012 is not so far away!!! My group of girls and I will each be getting a copy!! Congratulations!! There is something about your writing bound in a book that just makes me so happy! yippee!!!Thank you for the links to pre-order:)
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