Haiku reflections. Inspirational words. Poetic awakenings. "Profound and inspiring...One of the best poetry collections I've read in a long time." (Vine Voice) ★★★★★ The book contains 180 original, contemporary English haiku, tanka, and short poetic prose entries about empowering the inner self, with breathing room for a mindful unfolding of the words or the reader's personal response (which can be done directly on the pages). The entries resonate and build to create an extended meditation on love, healing after loss, forgiveness, happiness, hope, wonder, and simple abundance. SMALL STONES FROM THE RIVER is a companion for journaling or journeying. "The door that opens is within yourself." "Kat Lehmann's original poetry shows an advanced understanding of the human condition." -The Rebecca Review (Vine Voice) ★★★★★ The book's spiritual reflections arose from the author's soul journey, as if she were gathering special stones along life's river. After polishing and reflecting on each precious offering, she found that even a small stone can hold a mountain within it. 2017 Wishing Shelf Independent Book Awards Finalist 2018 Kindle Book Awards Semi-Finalist SMALL STONES FROM THE RIVER will appeal to readers who love the soul-force reflections of Rumi, the natural inspiration of Mary Oliver, the lived resilience of Maya Angelou, and the simple elegance of Japanese short poetry. Whether used as a daily devotional or a relaxing remedy, SMALL STONES FROM THE RIVER is spiritual word-medicine. Hundreds of copies of the book have been gifted to strangers as part of the author's "Ripples of Kindness" project, in which she works to put goodness into the world...just by doing it. "wrap your sadness with a bow and put it on a shelf you can take it back if you ever need it” ★★★★★ "Simple yet powerful words of comfort, peace, inspiration and mindfulness...so power-packed that more words aren't necessary" - Vernita Naylor for Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ A rewarding set of poetry; simple but, often as not, profound. A FINALIST and highly recommended. - The Wishing Shelf Book Awards Kat Lehmann is a heart-centered poet who is passionate about helping people thrive on their healing and spiritual journeys. Throughout the last few years, her uplifting poetry has received extensive acclaim both nationally and globally. A courageous, compassionate, and determined individual, she has faced the trauma of intense loss, which has armed her with the empathy necessary to connect with her readers on a soul level. Kat is more than a survivor and esteemed writer; she is a spiritual warrior that leverages the power of words to transform the worlds of her readers.   A PORTION OF BOOK PROCEEDS SUPPORT KAT'S "RIPPLES OF KINDNESS" PROJECT, in which signed copies of SMALL STONES FROM THE RIVER are left in public parks and other public spaces around the globe. In addition to leaving physical copies of the book, hundreds of e-book copies have been given through free Amazon downloads. Kat believes we all have the power to put goodness, kindness, and compassion into the world just by doing it. For more on the Ripples of Kindness project, visit: songsofkat.com/ripples-of-kindness/ or connect with Kat as @SongsofKat on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook. Love and Unity. Healing and Happiness. Nature and Beauty. Kat Lehmann's inspirational writings are the voice of a lived resilience. She is an award-winning author who holds a Ph.D. in biochemistry. Kat's poetry has been published internationally in dozens of literary journals and anthologies, including the Connecticut River Review, Frogpond, NHK Japan Haiku Masters, The Heron's Nest, Modern Haiku, and Asahi Haikuist Network. She writes at the intersect of poetry, spirituality, self-help, and memoir. A portion of the proceeds are used to continue the author's Ripples of Kindness project, in which signed copies of SMALL STONES FROM THE RIVER are left in public parks and other public spaces around the world. Visit songsofkat.com and @SongsOfKat on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.  Click "FOLLOW" to be notified of new releases (a new book will arrive in summer, 2019)!