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Empress Editions Acquires World Rights to Quickies: One Hundred Little Lessons for Living Sexily Ever After in Midlife by Renowned Menopause Expert, Dr. Heather Bartos, MD

Cambridge, MA, December 2, 2024—Empress Editions is thrilled to announce the acquisition of world rights to Quickies: One Hundred Little Lessons for Living Sexily Ever After in Midlife by Dr. Heather Bartos, MD. 

Known as Oprah and Maria Shriver’s go-to menopause expert, Dr. Bartos brings her signature blend of wit, wisdom, and medical expertise to this groundbreaking book designed to empower women to embrace midlife with confidence, sensuality, and joy.

Set for release on April 15, 2025, Quickies offers a refreshingly candid and playful approach to reimagining intimacy, identity, and self-love in midlife. With 100 bite-sized lessons, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to reignite their spark and live boldly beyond the hot flashes.

The book also features a surprise foreword, adding an extra layer of delight to an already dazzling package.

Empress Editions Publisher Alisa Kennedy Jones shares, “Dr. Bartos’s voice is a beacon for women navigating midlife. Quickies is as empowering as it is entertaining, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring her wisdom to readers worldwide.”

Dr. Heather Bartos is a board-certified OB/GYN, certified menopause specialist, and reiki master whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Good Housekeeping, and O, The Oprah Magazine. A sought-after speaker and advocate for women's health, she continues to break down barriers and redefine what it means to thrive in midlife.

For inquiries or additional information, please contact: hello@empresseditions.net

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About Empress Editions:
Empress Editions is an innovative indie press dedicated to amplifying the voices of midlife women and transforming the publishing landscape. With a vision born from bold ideas and shaped by global insights—from paper to fulfillment—we’re setting out to rewrite the rules of publishing and storytelling for midlife audiences.

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Cambridge, MA, January 7, 2025—Empress Editions Acquires World Rights to Kimberly Warner’s Profound and Compelling Memoir, Unfixed

We are thrilled to announce that Empress Editions has acquired the world rights to Unfixed: a memoir of family, mystery, and the currents that carry you home by Kimberly Warner, set to release in bookstores everywhere on October 14, 2025.

When I first read Kimberly Warner’s memoir last year, I was struck by its cinematic depth and the way its storylines unfolded with the precision of a limited series. Unfixed weaves together two mysteries running on parallel timelines, powered by two richly layered characters in profound internal conflict. The heart of the narrative is as emotionally gripping as it is intellectually stimulating—where yearning curiosity collides with the fear and delight of uncovering truths about one’s parentage.

The book resonates on many levels: the intricacies of family and identity, the unflinching bravery it takes to confront the unknown, and the universal question of how to find home when life feels unmoored. With a narrative essence reminiscent of Noah Hawley’s Fargo infused with the haunting, folk-mystery undertones of Where the Crawdads Sing, Kimberly’s storytelling is further elevated by her intimate portrayal of living with chronic illness.

For me personally, this memoir hit home in an extraordinary way. As someone navigating the relentless uncertainty of chronic illness, Kimberly’s reflections on her body and mind as unreliable allies mirrored my own experience of falling—always falling—through the liminal space of midlife. Her voice, much like Dani Shapiro’s in Inheritance, is one we’re honored to amplify through Empress Editions.

This is more than a memoir; it’s a beacon for anyone seeking answers, solace, or simply the courage to keep exploring life’s mysteries.

Don’t Miss Out on Exclusive Rewards!

Join the Unfixed waiting list now for your chance to receive:
✨ A VIP gift bag filled with curated items inspired by the memoir.
✨ An entry into our grand prize—a luxury writing retreat and spa getaway designed to rejuvenate your creative spirit.

Be among the first to experience Kimberly Warner’s unforgettable journey. Sign up today and let the currents carry you home.

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About Empress Editions:
Empress Editions is an innovative indie press dedicated to amplifying the voices of midlife women and transforming the publishing landscape. With a vision born from bold ideas and shaped by global insights—from paper to fulfillment—we’re setting out to rewrite the rules of publishing and storytelling for midlife audiences.