What a wonderful day — my new book, Simple Gatherings, is now available. If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, you can find it at major booksellers or ask your local bookstore to carry it.
I wrote Simple Gatherings to encourage people to open their homes with confidence and intention. Now more than ever, many of us long for a warm, welcoming place to gather where we can connect and build genuine community.
Five Giveaways
To celebrate the launch, five talented friends have each hosted a giveaway on their blogs in a Progressive Party. All five prize packages are generously provided by my publisher at Harvest House and each set is perfect for hosting. You may enter every giveaway and could even win more than one prize.
Every prize is chosen for its versatility and usefulness for welcoming guests. The sources for the prizes are listed later in this post.
***At the bottom of this post you’ll find source links for the prizes.
What is Simple Gatherings?
Simple Gatherings is filled with practical ideas, photos, and inspiration to help you create an inviting atmosphere for meaningful gatherings. The book focuses on removing the pressure to host a Pinterest-perfect event and instead celebrates hospitality that reflects your personal style.
Inside you’ll find tips for preparing your space, thoughtful touches that make guests feel welcome, and approachable ideas for gatherings of all sizes. The aim is to help you find joy in hosting without stress, embracing simplicity and authenticity.
Launch Party & Giveaways
As part of the launch, each host blog will share a hostess personality quiz and showcase their own entertaining style. You’ll find lively conversation in the comments at each stop, and the giveaways are open at every participating blog. Visit them in any order and be sure not to miss a single stop.
Below are the five wonderful hostesses who are helping celebrate the launch. Click through to visit each blog and enter their giveaways. I’m deeply grateful for their time and generous hospitality.
You’ll find links to each giveaway on every host blog, so it’s easy to join the party no matter where you start. Thank you for celebrating with me and for being part of this welcoming online community.
1. Click here to visit Jones Design Company
2. Click here to visit Home Stories A to Z
3. Click here to visit Reluctant Entertainer
4. Click here to visit Rooms for Rent
5. Click here to visit Balancing Beauty and Bedlam
Source Links for Giveaway Prizes
Below are the source links for the hostess giveaway prizes. These items were selected to complement a variety of entertaining styles and make gathering easier and more beautiful.
Enjoy!
Pick up your copy of Simple Gatherings at your favorite bookseller or request it from your local bookstore. Thank you for celebrating with me — I’m grateful for every reader and friend who shares in the joy of hospitality.