"Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." Hebrews 10:23
God has His perfect timing. Please check back every now and then for updates on my book release and book tour including speaking opportunities. I’d love to meet you in-person or virtually to hear about your story. There is several opportunities that are being planned out as you read this. I will get information up as soon as its confirmed in writing.
UPCOMING EVENTS
BOOK 2 – THE FALL TO THE CLIMB
I know many of you have been anticipating the release of book two. We were able to publish the black and white on December 30th & the Collector’s Edition on December 31st. Even though publishing in 2022 was successful, corrections are always needed. We met adversities and prayed more than before. God has His timing. Book two is now out!
Black & White version on Amazon!
Collector’s Edition is on Barnes & Noble’s website:
Sixth Annual Roots Ball
Saturday, May 27, 2023
MEDICINE PARK AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: Sixth Annual Roots Ball
Date: Saturday, May 27th
Time: Chrissy’s Appearance Schedule @ Terry Godfrey’s Booth
11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Chrissy will be joining author & fellow member of the Oklahoma Writer’s Federation Inc, Terry Godfrey, at the 2023 Sixth Annual Roots Ball at Medicine Park, OK on Saturday, May 27th from 11:00 am – 9:00 pm! Details for their location will be announced closer to the event. Come enjoy live music and stop by our booth. Terry will be there the entire festival. Hope to see you there!
ROCK ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL
September 29-30, October 1, 2023
Three-Day Weekend
CHICKASHA AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: Rock Island Arts Festival
Date: September 29 – 30, October 1, 2023
Time: Chrissy’s Appearance Schedule @ Terry Godfrey’s Booth
TBA
https://www.rockislandartsfestival.org/
Chrissy will be joining author & fellow member of the Oklahoma Writer’s Federation Inc, Terry Godfrey, again at the 2023 Rock Island Arts Festival over the weekend of September 29th, 30th, & October 1st! Details for their location will be announced closer to the event. Come enjoy the festival and stop by our booth. Terry will be there the entire festival. Chrissy will be posting her schedule closer to the event! Hope to see you there!
WORKING ON 2023 BOOK TOUR
Have an event coming up? Chrissy L Whitten is available to speak in-person or online to organizations, clubs, churches, conference attendees, and more. Please go to the contact section to fill out information for future book signings, speaker opportunities, and/or virtual events. If the calendars align, she would love to work with you.
BOOK 1 – THE FIGHT STUDY GUIDE
It’s been a crazy year with more sickness and crazy schedules. Chrissy and her warrior tribe have been working hard on the next book in the Journals From a Warrior’s Mother series and a study guide for book one The Fight.
Release dates will be posted as soon as deadlines can be met for a specific date. We are hoping by April 2023 for the book one study guide. Check back later for an update.
Book Tour Tally Center
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Speaking Engagements
I love getting to share what God places on my heart to share. It’s an honor to be a vessel for His kingdom. I hope that everyone who comes to a speaking event can experience God and renew their spirit.
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Author Connections
I love people! It has been wonderful addition to go to different towns to meet and reunite with current and future readers of The Fight. I hope to do more coming up.
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Conferences
I can’t wait to start going to conferences to continue learning and growing while meeting people and sharing my book.
2023 PAST EVENTS
Sunday, January 29, 2023
Mary Kay Professional Women’s Portfolio
Allison Orr approached me about being part of her Mary Kay Professional Women’s Portfolio that she wanted to create. I was prompted by God to see if she would let my whole Warrior Tribe take part. This way you’d get the author, editor, artist, and formatter/second editor from my book journey. I can’t wait!
My team will take part in a makeover and interview process on Sunday, January 29th. I will post it on my website when it’s available to everyone.
2021 – 2023 PAST EVENTS
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 eBook Release
Time: Now Location: Amazon.com
Book 1: The Fight Releases – looks like the first version up is the eBook. Grab your eBook copy now or wait for the upcoming release of the black and white paperback or full color paperback (Collector’s Edition) coming as soon as we can resolve the formatting issues.
- Wednesday, May 26, 2021
B&W PAPERBACK BOOK RELEASE
Book 1: The Fight Releases – looks like the second version up is the black and white paperback. Grab your copy now or wait for the upcoming release of the Collector’s Edition paperback (full color) coming as soon as we can resolve the formatting issues.
OUT NOW
COLLECTOR’S EDITION PAPERBACK BOOK RELEASE
Book 1: The Fight Released – the third version is up. Grab your Collector’s Edition (full color paperback) today.
SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2021
TUTTLE AUTHOR CONNECTION
Date & Time: Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Cedar Springs Pharmacy & Gifts, 5310 E Highway 37, Tuttle, OK 73089
Book 1: The Fight Author Connection in Tuttle, OK. Chrissy is excited to meet new and old friends in her current hometown. She’s proud that her girls will carry on a Tiger tradition. Thanks to Kent Hines, Cedar Springs Pharmacy & Gifts pharmacist and owner, for making this connection happen. Bring your copy for the author to sign.
Don’t have a copy? Reserve your black and white paperback or Collector’s Edition paperback (full color) copy by June 30th to pick up at the Tuttle Author Connection on Saturday, July 17th! You must pay in advance. Send your order to chrissylwhitten@gmail.com with your name and number of black & white or full color copies. Please note any special messages you’d like the author to include when she signs any copies. You will be sent a request for payment to secure your copy for pickup at this event.
Check out Cedar Springs Pharmacy & Gifts links below:
SATURDAY, JULY 24, 2021
WORDS FROM A WARRIOR’S MOTHER
Date & Time: Saturday, July 24th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Crossway Church, 1214 E North St Cushing, OK 74023
Come join us for praise & worship, message from the heart, and a prayer session. Chrissy is bringing lessons learned and/or tools gained from her journey. The journal entries will be a springboard for the message. Be ready to come as you are and experience whatever God has in store for each of us.
Topic Resource: The Fight by Chrissy L Whitten, Entry 38 > Release & Relief
Connect with Crossway Church Pastor Sonny Johnston
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5, 2021
SPECIAL EVENT CELEBRATION
LILIAN GRACE’S 11TH ANGELVERSARY
Date & Time: Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location: Tuttle Christian Church, Tuttle, OK
It’s Lilian Grace’s Eleventh Angelversary! Let’s celebrate God’s goodness together. We will have praise & worship, “Beyond the Motions” & “Worn” message, and prayer session. There will be six songs we get to sing. I can’t wait to close this circle and complete another moment God placed in my heart to do.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21, 2021
CUSHING AUTHOR CONNECTION
Date & Time: Saturday, August 21st from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Tiger Lily’s, 102 East Broadway St, Cushing, OK 74023
Book 1: The Fight Author Connection in Cushing, OK. Chrissy will be visiting her childhood hometown while catching up with her family and friends. She’s proud to be a Cushing Tiger Alumni! Thanks to Jennifer Hixson, Tiger Lily’s owner, for making this connection happen. We were childhood neighbors and remain lifelong friends. I love how God connects us all. Bring your copy for the author to sign.
Don’t have a copy? Reserve your black and white paperback or Collector’s Edition paperback (full color) copy by August 4th to pick up at the Cushing Author Connection on Saturday, August 21st! You must pay in advance. Send your order to chrissylwhitten@gmail.com with your name and number of black & white or full color copies. Please note any special messages you’d like the author to include when she signs any copies. You will be sent a request for payment to secure your copy for pickup at this event.
Bonus: The Broadway District Market will be happening during this event. Bring your family & friends, buy a book, connect with me, and shop for five hours locally. Chrissy will be speaking the next day at the Cushing FWB Church.
Check out Tiger Lily’s links below:
SUNDAY, AUGUST 22, 2021
WORDS FROM A WARRIOR’S MOTHER
Date & Time: Sunday, August 22nd , starting at 10:30 AM
Location: Cushing FWB, 1146 E North St Cushing, OK 74023
Come join us during Cushing FWB’s Sunday service for praise & worship, message from the heart, and a prayer session. Chrissy gets to come back to her home church from birth to college. She served as the jr. high youth leader for three years during college. The journal entries will be a springboard for the message. Be ready to come as you are and experience whatever God has in store for each of us.
Topic Resource: The Fight by Chrissy L Whitten, Entry 56 > Learn & Grow
Connect with Cushing FWB Pastor James Coffelt
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2021
OCWI SPEAKING ENGAGEMENT
Date & Time: Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 10:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 222 NW 15th St, Room 130
Ever find yourself thinking one sided? Are you stuck in your writing and/or life? Chrissy will share a part of her story and give some wisdom from walking around a chair. It can help you find a new perspective and direction in your writing and life!
Check out Oklahoma City’s Writing Inc. links below:
October 7th – 9th, 2021
OZARK CREATIVE WRITERS INC. CONFERENCE AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: October 7 – 9, 2021 Time: TBA
Location: Best Western Inn of the Ozarks – Eureka Springs, AR
“WRITING IN THE OZARKS” A New Day, A New Way
Chrissy will be available for Author Connections off and on throughout the conference in Eureka Springs. If you live near, come join me. I will post a schedule closer to the conference dates listed.
To learn more about the Ozark Creative Writers and their conference, check out these links:
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15th, 2021
ONLINE SPEAKING ENGAGEMENT
Event: October 15, 2021 Time: 8:00 pm
Location: Zoom – Online Event
“The Heart Community Collection Membership Meeting” Marketing Learn & Grow
Chrissy will covering “3 Tips on How to Write for Blogs to Promote Your Book” during The Heart Community Collection marketing learn & grow online event. Below is the list of speakers for the event:
How To Market our Books Online (For Free!)
❤️ Welcome & Introduction of Authors
❤️ Present 5-10 Minutes: Anna Jaworski — How to Get on Podcasts to Promote Your Book
❤️ 5-10 Minutes: Lisa Colvil — 3 Tips on How to Leverage Facebook to Promote Your Book
❤️ 5-10 Minutes: Amy M. Le — 3 Tips on How to Leverage Instagram to Promote Your Book
❤️ 5-10 Minutes: Chrissy Whitten — 3 Tips on How to Write for Blogs to Promote Your Book
❤️ 5-10 Minutes: Thomas Dahlborg — Launching a Book Without a PlatformClosing
Each presentation will only be 5-10 minutes so be ready to take notes!
To learn more about The Heart Community Collection, check out these links:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30th, 2021
BLANCHARD AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: October 30, 2021 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Location: The Cottage on Main, 117 N Main, Blanchard, OK
“PUMPKINFEST” Main Street Blanchard
Chrissy will be available for Author Connections during Blanchard’s PumpkinFest 2021 at The Cottage on Main. If you live near, come join me. Bring your kids and/or grandkids to enjoy a costume contest, free candy, games, and music on Main Street of Blanchard, OK. I will be setup outside the store ready to greet you, sign books, and take pictures. Big thanks to Kathey Lee, partner manager at The Cottage on Main, for making this possible.
To learn more about PumpkinFest or The Cottage on Main, check out these links:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6th, 2021
TULSA AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: November 6, 2021 Time: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: RunnersWorld Tulsa, 3920 S Peoria, Tulsa, OK 74105
Chrissy is finally getting to do a Tulsa Author Connections. If you live near the Tulsa area, here’s your chance to get your copy signed, buy a book or art prints, take pictures, and catch up. She will be setup inside the running store ready to greet you, sign books, and take pictures. Thanks to Kathy Bratton, dear running friend/family and owner of RunnersWorld Tulsa, for giving her this opportunity to share with you all.
To learn more about RunnersWorld Tulsa, check out these links:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2021
NEW INK SERIES
Event: November 20, 2021 Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Location: Full Circle Bookstore, Located in 50 Penn Place, 1900 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Chrissy will be available for an Oklahoma City Author Connections during Full Circle Bookstore’s New Ink Series. Day trip to Oklahoma City and come join me. It’s a wonderful bookstore to explore while eating a bite or grabbing a drink at the café! I will be one of the authors setup to greet you, sign books, and take pictures. Big thanks to Dana Meister, general manager at the Full Circle Bookstore, for making this possible.
To learn more about the Full Circle Bookstore, check out these links:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11th, 2021
TAKE 2
BLANCHARD AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: December 11, 2021 Time: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Location: The Cottage on Main, 117 N Main, Blanchard, OK
“Blanchard’s Christmas On Main” Main Street Blanchard
Chrissy will be available for a Take 2 Author Connections during Blanchard’s Christmas On Main 2021 at The Cottage on Main. If you live near, come join me. Bring your kids and/or grandkids to enjoy pictures with Santa and friends, fun for the kids (free hay rides), reading of the Christmas story, and opportunity to shop in all the fun boutiques and stores on or near Main Street of Blanchard, OK. I will be setup inside the store ready to greet you, sign books, and take pictures. Big thanks to Kathey Lee, partner manager at The Cottage on Main, for asking me back for another fun event and chance to share my book with others.
To learn more about Christmas On Main or The Cottage on Main, check out these links:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18th, 2021
SAND SPRINGS AUTHOR CONNECTION
Event: December 18, 2021 Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: YellowHouse Market, 122 N Main Street, Sand Springs, OK 74063
It’s finally time to make a way back to the place where Chrissy called home for the first fourteen years of marriage. Thanks to Lisa Miller, YellowHouse Market owner, for making space for this connection. Chrissy was blessed to watch Lisa start her boutique dream from thought to reality. Michael has bought numerous pieces of clothes, shoes and jewelry from the boutique for Chrissy’s wardrobe. Come check out all the goodies, especially for last minute Christmas purchases.
We will have books, art prints, bookmarks, and more. Come get your copy signed or purchase one to get signed. Here’s your chance to gift someone a copy in time for Christmas. Want to guarantee a copy? Email Chrissy to reserve yours today.
To learn more about YellowHouse Market, check out these links:
MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2022
AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT
Date & Time: Monday, January 10, 2021 from 2:00 – 2:15 pm
Location: The Heart Community Collection Live Instagram
Come join the our instagram live for an Author Spotlight hosted by Amy M. Le at The Heart Community Collection Live. Find out new exciting things in regards to book number two and the children’s book series.
Connect with The Heart Community Collection
Connect with Amy M. Le
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2022
VIRTUAL AUTHOR CONNECTION – PART 1
Date & Time: Wednesday, January 12, 2021 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Location: Zoom Meeting
Topic: VIRTUAL AUTHOR CONNECTION – PART 1
Time: Jan 12, 2022 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81476592315?pwd=eitHL3RmVFdVU2hpRGNhSmN1Zit2QT09Meeting ID: 814 7659 2315
Passcode: CLW2022Come join Chrissy for a virtual author connection. She will be doing a live reading from book one. It’s your chance to ask her questions and find out more from her journey. FYI – this will not be recorded.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2022
VIRTUAL AUTHOR CONNECTION – PART 2
Date & Time: Wednesday, January 12, 2021 from 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Location: Zoom Meeting
Topic: VIRTUAL AUTHOR CONNECTION – PART 2
Time: Jan 12, 2022 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83012585938?pwd=K2FqekpQLzJNL1dhL2xmOHlwRTY4Zz09Meeting ID: 830 1258 5938
Passcode: CLW2022Come join Chrissy for a virtual author connection – part 2. She will be doing a second live reading from book one. This gives you another chance to ask her questions and find out more from her journey. FYI – this will not be recorded.
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2022
BOOKS & BRUISES SPECIAL EVENT
Edmond Author Connection
Event: April 23, 2022 Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Location: Raptor Jiu Jitsu, 2800 E Danforth Rd, Edmond, OK 73034
“Books & Bruises” Community Giving: Author Meet & Greet, Self-Defense, Food, Merch
Chrissy will be available during the Books & Bruises Special Event hosted on World Book Day strengthening your mind and your body at Raptor Jiu Jitsu. This is a FREE event for readers to come discover new books, get them signed by attending authors, and mix and mingle with the Raptor Jiu Jitsu team.
Following the booksigning, we will have social hour with food and drinks! Early bird pricing is $15 and will go up March 1, 2022 to $25. A portion of this event will go to a nonprofit organization to benefit our community. We will announce the fundraiser recipient once we have one identified. THANK YOU for supporting this event to strengthen our minds and our bodies!This is the first event hosted by Quill Hawk Publishing in partnership with Raptor Jiu Jitsu. Please share and get excited!
To learn more about Books & Bruises, check out these links:
May 25, 2022
HAPPY ONE-YEAR BOOKAVERSARY
ROCK ISLAND ARTS FESTIVAL
September 30, October 1-2, 2022
Three-Day Weekend
CHICKASHA AUTHOR CONNECTION
Rock Island Arts Festival
Event: September 30, October 1 & 2, 2022
Time: Chrissy’s Appearance Schedule @ Terry Godfrey’s Booth
Saturday, October 1, 2022: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm, 4:00 – 8:00 pm
Sunday, October 2, 2022: 12:00 – 4:00 pm
https://www.rockislandartsfestival.org/
Chrissy will be joining author & fellow member of the Oklahoma Writer’s Federation Inc, Terry Godfrey, at the 2022 Rock Island Arts Festival over the weekend of September 30th, October 1st & 2nd! They will be located at the pavilion in front of the stage this year! Come enjoy the festival and stop by our booth. Terry will be there the entire festival. Chrissy has her appearance times listed above. Hope to see you there!
November 12 & 13, 2022
SOUTHWEST RUSTIC MARKET CRAFT SHOW
Elk City Author Connection
Chrissy will be joining author & fellow member of the Oklahoma Writer’s Federation Inc, Terry Godfrey, for another book signing event. She will be at the 2022 Southwest Rustic Market Craft Show over the weekend of November 12th & 13th.
Time: Chrissy’s Appearance Schedule
Saturday, November 12, 2022: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, November 13, 2022: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
March 2 – 5, 2023
Chrissy’s Virtual Mary Kay Party
I am blessed to have people from my beginnings. Allison Orr and myself are showcasing our FAV beauty must-haves to put your best face forward while promoting my newest book. If you’d like to join us, we’d love to have you online. Each time you participate in the games or posts, you get an entry for a chance to win a Collector’s Edition of my second book in the Journals from a Warrior’s Mother series.
I’ve always been different, so I’m embracing all of me! This time around for promotion will have added, unique experiences to spread the reach of my book. May it reach as far and wide as God would have it go!
Thursday, March 2, 2023 @ 8:00 pm Kickoff
May 4 – 6, 2023
Oklahoma Writers Federation Inc Conference Bookstore
I’m excited to be chairing the OWFI Conference bookstore for the third time. I will be set up with an author table and connecting with fellow authors and any visitors to the book room during open public store hours.
Chrissy L Whitten 