Beloved friends, I have a new book! There is so much I want to say about it, even as I feel tender and have the impulse to be strangely quiet about releasing it. But I want to tell you that this new book of blessings turns toward the hard things that each of us knows: the grief, loss, fear, and weariness that we live with in these days. It also invites us to perceive what makes its home here, too: the joy, solace, grace, and, most of all, the love that moves through it all, illuminating and transforming what seems most hidden or hopeless.
From my heart to yours, this book welcomes us wherever we are, offers us a space of healing for as long as we need, and calls forth our courage, that our broken heart might become a path back into the world.
To keep turning your heart
toward this unendurable earth,
knowing your heart will break
but turning it still.
I tell you,
this is how the stars
get in your bones.
—From the blessing “How the Stars Get in Your Bones”
You can find the book here: janrichardson.com/books.
As we move into this Epiphany season, I am grateful beyond measure for you, and I am sending so many blessings.
January 12, 2026 at 2:02 PM |
I received your book for Christmas. I find myself turning to the blessings in these wild days. Thank for your words and your insights, Jan!
January 12, 2026 at 2:18 PM |
Maureen, thank you! I am so grateful for the gift of your words and your thoughtfulness. Many blessings to you in these days!
January 12, 2026 at 2:28 PM |
I purchased your wonderful book as a Christmas gift to myself. I read a poem each morning to start my day in a prayerful mode.
Thank you for sharing your poetry and blessings.
Patricia Carley
January 12, 2026 at 2:42 PM |
Patricia, thank you so much! It’s lovely to hear from you, and I am really grateful for the gift of your words and your kindness. Many blessings to you!
January 12, 2026 at 2:37 PM |
bless you for this offering
January 12, 2026 at 2:43 PM |
Nina, thank you kindly! I am so grateful for your thoughtfulness. Many blessings to you in these days.
January 12, 2026 at 3:40 PM |
Dear Jan, I have been dwelling in your amazing books for years. And a couple years ago when my dear husband passed away, your courageous “The Cure for Sorrow” was and continues to provide comfort, hope and grounding, not only for me but for my directees and retreatants. So, when I saw the announcement of your latest book, “How the Stars Get in Your Bones” I immediately downloaded it to my Kindle and read it cover to cover one night! It takes my breath away. And I’ve ordered copies for other friends I believe will be blessed. I thank God for bringing you into my life through a dear friend, and for using you to bless and nurture us beyond measure! 💗🙏
January 31, 2026 at 2:15 PM |
Ellen, thank you so much! It’s wonderful to hear from you, and your words came as such a gift, one that I have been carrying with me. I am sending very many blessings as you remember your husband, and much gratitude for the presence you continue to bring to your directees and retreatants.
Thank you again, Ellen. I am deeply thankful for you.
January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM |
I am so savouring this book, another treasure to support and guide and walk along side me, thank you Jan.
January 31, 2026 at 2:17 PM |
Thank you, dear Jenny! You continue to be so much on my mind, and always on my heart, with such gratitude. So many blessings to you and yours in these days.
January 12, 2026 at 7:02 PM |
Abundant gratitude, Jan, for your new book of blessings! Your blessing, The Table Will be Wide, is so filled with hope and vision of oneness and love, I can only be filled with YES!
I’ve given copies of your new book to friends including Sr. Jean who introduced your writing to our Wisdom of Women group years ago.
Love, laughter, joy, and peace in the year ahead!
January 12, 2026 at 7:23 PM |
Love this book! I’m using it as a daily meditation and a bedtime gift. I’ve given four. Your books have taught me prayer as blessing. I’m changed and blessed.
January 12, 2026 at 7:41 PM |
I’ve been reading this wonderful book for a few days and enjoying the many
blessings found within! Ed and I are liv8ng in Rockville, MD right now. not far from
Our son, Brian.
Blessings abound !
With Love ❤️, Sue Peterson
January 12, 2026 at 7:46 PM |
Just to let you know I’m really enjoying your book!! Hope all is well with you.
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Love, Sue Peterson
January 13, 2026 at 8:37 PM |
As always, deeply moving words.