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Meet Theo Gruene!

March 14, 2025 By Talya Tate Boerner

Hello friends! I think it’s time you meet Theo Gruene, the main protagonist of my next book, The Third Act of Theo Gruene. Theo has been occupying a huge portion of my time and mind during the past two years, so it’s only natural I would want you to know him too. AND, at the end of this post I’ve included a link to Chapter One!

You’ll be able to read Chapter One in its entirety, get a real taste for the characters, and decide whether or not it’s something you’ll like. Signed hardback and paperback versions are available to pre-order NOW by clicking HERE, and Kindle and hardback versions can be pre-ordered through Amazon too! (Paperbacks will be available on Amazon soon—there’s no rhyme or reason to the secret schedule of Amazon…)

The Third Act of Theo Gruene officially launches on May 20! 

Alrighty, here we go…

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The Magic of Teeny Tiny Things

June 4, 2024 By Talya Tate Boerner

the magic of teeny tiny things

I noticed the most incredible thing a few days ago, something that literally stopped me as I rushed down the porch steps toward the front yard. A teeny tiny viola was happily growing from the brick walkway in front of the house.

A volunteer flower.

Truly a wonder to me, volunteer flowers represent amazing determination as they often grow in less than ideal conditions.

There she was, so easy to overlook yet impossible to miss.Continue Reading

Book Reviews: Jan / Feb 2023

February 28, 2023 By Talya Tate Boerner

This post includes Amazon Affiliate Links. If you purchase via links,
I may earn a small sales commission.

Welp. I am so behind on posting my book reviews, I’ve decided to do a quick update to cover both January and February reads. I’m changing up my format too, grouping like ratings together, beginning with 5-star and progressing to 3.5-stars.

There were a couple of books I started but didn’t finish, so I’m not including those.

From the lighthearted and magical to deep and heart-wrenching, I believe you will find a five-star read here too.Continue Reading

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Hi! I'm Talya Tate Boerner. Writer, Reader, Arkansas Master Naturalist / Master Gardener, Author of:

THE ACCIDENTAL SALVATION OF GRACIE LEE (2016)

GENE, EVERYWHERE: a life-changing visit from my father-in-law (2020)

BERNICE RUNS AWAY (2022)

THE THIRD ACT OF THEO GRUENE (2025)

Recent Ramblings:

  • Why a Rainy Day Is the Best Time to Visit a Botanical Garden
  • Happy Birthday, Theo Gruene!
  • Sunday Letter~ 05.17.26
  • Sunday Letter: 03.29.26
  • Sunday Letter: February 22, 2026

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