I am thrilled to announce the release of my latest book – Fifteen First Times, Beginnings: A Collection of Indelible Firsts. The book is now live on Amazon and the paperback will follow.
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Blurb:
This book is a collection of stories about some of Kaye’s first-time experiences with life’s most natural events. Told through the intimate conversational writing we’ve come to know from this author, poignant personal steppingstones to learning moments are revealed. She encompasses the heart of each matter with sincerity and sprinkled inflections of humor.
From first kiss to first car to walking in the desert with four-inch heels, Kaye’s short coming-of-age stories take us through her awakenings and important moments of growth, often without warning. Some good and some not, life lessons are learned through trial and error, winging it, and navigating by the seat of her pants.
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Editorial:
D.G. Kaye writes with heartfelt regard and unabashed honesty. The life experiences she shares in Fifteen First Times evoke tears as well as laughter. Kaye’s candor and compassion will no doubt appeal to and help many seeking to grow and come into their own. I highly recommend this book and all others by this forthright author. The reader will be left with an ardent desire for more. ~ Author, Tina Frisco
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These short stories are a reminiscing back to some of the firsts in my life. They are moments that left an imprint and propelled me forward through life. Nothing that happens to us is insignificant – everything that happens is for a reason or for teaching us something to take forward with us.
I finished writing this book almost three years ago. When it was ready for edits, I left it to marinate since it was late 2019 and I was getting ready for my winter escape with my husband in early 2020. By the time we returned in mid-March, Covid lockdowns began and so did my husband’s deterioration of his health. The book was the furthest from my mind, as I had no head for edits and publishing. The year got worse as it progressed, and I lost my husband early spring of 2021. Needless to say, I was in no state of mind for publishing. I pushed myself to get back to it this past summer, along with many other projects I’d left on hold. And I kept my promise to myself that I’d publish this book before 2022 came to an end. Mission accomplished.
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Hi Debby, What wonderful news! Congratulations on your new release. I’ve just downloaded it on Amazon Australia, and so looking forward to reading it. Hugs, Toni x
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Thank you so much my lovely friend. I hope you enjoy. ❤
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And I love the cover
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Thanks again Toni, I’m thrilled. ❤
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Congratulations! I’ll grab my copy as soon as Amazon UK updates it’s sales page to allow me to purchase. Knowing and loving your writing as I do, Debby, I look forward to reading this. Hugs 💕🙂
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Oh, thanks so much Harmony for your interest, and your very kind words. Hugs ❤ xx
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It looks as if Amazon is having technical issues as it’s doing the same with every other ebook I’m looking at today. Hugs 💖🤗💖
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Wow, go figure on my book release day! I did notice yesterday Amazon has been busy changing up things – like our author pages, even author central has changed. I don’t like it. ❤
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It appears to be EVERY ebook via Amazon UK. I even tried a Dean Koontz. My own books are the same. Not happy. Still same issue this morning. I’ve reported it. So frustrating. Hugs 💖
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So what is happening? Are they not showing the ‘buy’ button? How infuriating! I did notice that they have changed the Amazon author page yesterday. I don’t like the new look. Sally told me she hasn’t noticed the change yet in UK? ❤
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Excited for you, Debby! Celebrating your every success.
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Thanks so much Annette ❤
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Congratulations Debby, will read soon. Marje 🙂
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Thanks so much Marje. ❤
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Pleasure. 🙂
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Congratulations and good luck, Debby. A great achievement, and is sounds like a fabulous read. Right on time for the holiday season! ♥
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Thanks so much Olga. It feels so weird, I haven’t put out a book in a few years. ❤
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Bravo Debby and congratulations, so looking forward to reading and it looks amazing. ♥♥
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Thank you so much Sal, my ace supporter. ❤ xxx
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Congratulations, Debbie. I just picked up my copy of Fifteen First Times, and I look forward to reading it over the holidays. All the best to you! ❤️
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Thank you so very much Gwen. I do hope you enjoy. ❤
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Love the theme! Congratulations Debby. 🙂
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Thank you Melanie ❤
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Congratulations Debby!!! I’m delighted for you!!
Love the cover!!!
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Thanks so much Cindy. ❤ xx
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You’re so welcome!!!💕
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Congratulations, Debby. Best wishes on your newest baby.
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Thanks so much John 🙂
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A huge congratulations, Debby! I grabbed my copy!
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Thanks so very much Jan for your interest. I look forward to your thoughts when you get there. ❤
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Congratulations, Debby, I’ll head over to Amazon now.
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Thanks so much Robbie. I’m thrilled. ❤
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Congratulations, Debby. Can’t wait to get this book.
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Thanks so very much Anneli. ❤
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Congratulations Deb, just bought my copy ❤
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Thanks so very much Deb. I hope you enjoy ❤
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I’m sure I will!
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Congrats, Debby! I picked up my copy and can’t wait to read it. You already have me thinking of some of my firsts.
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Oh yay, thanks so much Denise. I like to get the wheels going, lol. I just finished reading one of yours and will review Sunday. Hugs xx
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I hope you enjoyed it. Hugs xo
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Of course! ❤
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Congratulations. You are so talented. Happy Holidays 🤶🦌🌟🎄🎁🔔
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Thank you so much for your kind words Cindy. Happy holidays to you too. ❤ xx
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What a great idea for a book, Debby. Congratulations!
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Thanks so much Jacqui 🙂
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That sounds like an interesting book. Congratulations!
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Thank you kindly Thomas 🙂
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Congratulations, Debby! With your new release and for making your publishing deadline before the end of the year.
“… life lessons are learned through trial and error, winging it, and navigating by the seat of her pants.” We sure have that in common.
Wishing you heaps of success with the release and the sales. Xxx
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Thanks so much Liesbet for your good cheer! ❤
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Congratulations, Debby. Your writing is just the kind of writing I feel like reading! ❤ All the best!
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Oh, thank you so much my lovely friend. ❤
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Congratulations, Debby! I look forward to reading this. Great cover!
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Thank you so kindly Jill. ❤
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Congratulations and well done, Debby xx ❤
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Thanks so much Carol ❤
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Congratulations, Debby! What an exciting way to end the year and I love the cover! ❤️
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Thank you so much Lauren. ❤
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Congratulations, Debby. I’m so glad you were able to get back to this book and get it out before Christmas. All the best!!
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Thanks so much Darlene. ❤
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Congratulations on your new release!
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Thank you so much Debra 🙂
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I’m so thrilled for you, Debby! Huge congrats and hugs from me! I just downloaded it for my kindle and look forward to diving in on my break! ❤ 😀
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Aw, thanks so very much Terri. I do hope you enjoy it! Happy holidays and blogging break Terri. ❤ x
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A huge congratulations to you on your recent publication, Debby! I am just learning about you and I am saddened and so sorry that you lost your husband a year ago. My heart just is sending you waves of love and compassion and sending you so much good grace with a very special book that spanned such a tender time.
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Thank you so kindly Ka My heart is happy to takes in your lovely waves and sending some back your way. ❤
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A huge congratulations to you on your recent publication, Debby! I am just learning about you and I am saddened and so sorry that you lost your husband a year ago. My heart just is sending you waves of love and compassion and sending you so much good grace with a very special book that spanned such a tender time.
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Lol, thanks for trying again, yes, they both came through. Hugs ❤
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Thank you! I am glad to know this 🙂 a hugs back 💗
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Got my copy, Debby, and can’t wait to read it! This sounds like a wonderful book full of your usual wisdom, heart, and touch of humor. A beautiful trailer too. Huge congrats, my friend. ❤ ❤ Wishing you much success!
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Thank you so much Diana for the kudos. I made that trailer myself after seeing Harmony’s trailer I kind of got the urge to try. I thought of you when I did so, lol. I wanted to let you off the hook. LOLOL I do hope you enjoy the book. ❤ xx
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You didn’t need to let me off the hook, but you did a beautiful job. Not that hard really, was it? I expect I’ll read your book within a couple of weeks and get a review up for my next book review post. I’m looking forward to it. Hugs. ❤ ❤ ❤
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Thanks again my friend. Yes, it wasn’t too bad learning curve. I had to put on my big girl pants. You have enough to do! Hugs again ❤ xx
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❤ I would have been happy to help, but you're right that the timing wasn't great. It's been a hard end to this year. Hugs.
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And this I know. ❤ xx
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Congratulations, Debby!! I’m so excited for you and I can’t wait to read your new book. I think I’ll get the paper back. I’m having trouble with my kindle 😛 😛 😛
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Hi Lis. Thanks bunches for your interest. I’m delighted to hear. I’m just waiting for the proof copy (supposedly, coming tomorrow) so I can hit ‘publish’! Holiday hugs my friend. ❤ xx
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Awesome! Holiday hugs to you, too. xx
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Thank you. ❤ ❤
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Beautiful trailer, Deb. There’s nothing quite like surmounting obstacles and reaching a goal, eh? What a great Christmas present to yourself! ❤️
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Thanks so much T. You said it girl! And yes, the trailer was my first trailer experiment. Hugs ❤
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Congratulations. Grabbed a cooy off KU.
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Thank you kindly 😉
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Hi Debby – huge congratulations!
I’ve just grabbed my copy from .co.uk and am very much looking forward to reading it.
Wishing you every success – I know it’s been a long road.
Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year.
Jackie xx
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Hi Jackie. Thanks so much for your interest, and your congratulations. I do hope you enjoy. And Happy Christmas and New Year and all things good to you too. Hugs ❤
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Congrats sista G. YOU DID IT xxxxxxx
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Thank you so much my SistahG! ❤ xx
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Debby, this is wonderful, congrats! I love the cover, especially the little butterfly 🙂
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Thanks so much Jacquie ❤
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Many congratulations on your new book, Debby. The cover is fabulous. I wish you much success with it.
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Thanks so much Hugh. 🙂 x
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Congratulations, Debby!!
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Thanks so much Jennie 🙂 xx
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You’re welcome, Debby.
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Hi Debby, Congrats! I remember the cover reveal post and was looking forward to when I would see it go live 🌟 I got my copy a moment ago xx
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Hi Christy. You are such a sweetheart. I do hope you enjoy it, and I look forward to your thoughts. Wishing you a beautiful Christmas Christy. And all the best of everything in your new year and forward. Holiday hugs. ❤ xxx
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Thank you for the lovely reply, Debby! Merry Christmas, and may you always know how special you are to me and so many others. Your latest book… your podcast… You are amazing. Holiday hugs back to you 💗
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Aw, thanks for the love. Have a beautiful Christmas my lovely. ❤ xx
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I have my copy. Looking forward to reading it, Debby. 💖
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Oh, thank you so much Norah. I do hope you enjoy. ❤
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I have no doubt, Debby. 💖
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Congratulations, Debby! It was a long time coming, and I’m thrilled you are back at it! xxx HUGS
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Thank you so much Resa! Holiday hugs to you my friend. ❤ xx
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This book sounds fabulous! Way to go Debby!
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Thanks so much for sharing the news Resa. ❤
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My pleasure! It’s such great news. ❤❤
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Congratulations, Debby!
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Thanks Liz 🙂
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You’re welcome, Debby.
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Dearest Debby…. Congratulations, I am delighted you finally have your book published and I am certain it will be a great read, given your amazing humour which you thread through your pages..
Sending you lots of love and well wishes . Thinking of you this Christmas my friend…Much love your way ❤
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Congratulations on your book, Debby! I’m sorry for the loss of your husband. Wishing you all the best during this holiday season and in the new year.
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Hi Merril. Thanks for stopping by and leaving your kind words. Happy holidays to you too and wishing you all good things for the new year. ❤
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You’re very welcome, Debby. 💙
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Oh my, Debby, this brings an instant smile. Cheers to you on another amazing accomplishment. You are such an inspiration with your strength and spirit. Blessings across the miles, xo
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Thanks so much Natalie for your kind words. Happy holidays to you. ❤ xx
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