Praise for Skipping Stones!

I can’t stop thinking about Linney and Derek. The way you wove friendship, love, and the magnetic pull of home into such a vivid and emotionally rich story is extraordinary. Your writing doesn’t just entertain, it lingers. It invites readers to pause, reflect, and feel every heartbeat of your characters’ journey. ! Kristine (email)

A great read that I honestly could not put down!! The characters and relationships are complex, relatable and so enjoyable. You will not be disappointed! ~Pieter (Amazon)

Skipping Stones…doesn’t just tell a story it invites readers to reflect on life’s twists, the pull of home, and the enduring bonds that shape us. Linney and Derek’s journey resonates deeply because it blends emotional authenticity with heartfelt romance, leaving a lasting impression. ~Evelyn (email)

I really enjoyed reading this book …. Couldn’t put it down. Loved how Derek’s and Linny’s relationship developed. Liked the small town feel and the dynamics of the friendships. It was a fun read. ~Jboysmom (Goodreads)

Skipping Stones brings rare authenticity to contemporary romance by blending emotional depth with the quiet poetry of rediscovery. Linney and Derek’s intertwined journeys from childhood friends by Silver Lake to adults navigating ambition, heartbreak, and renewal capture the bittersweet beauty of returning to where it all began …. Skipping Stones reminds us that love often lies not in grand gestures, but in the steady current of lifelong connection. ~ Amelia (email)

Katherine Ward does it again! Another great storyline that keeps you wanting more. I felt all the emotions of these great characters – I laughed, I cried and the story ending made me immensely happy. I can’t wait for her next book! ~Cheryl C (Amazon)

I eel as though I’ve stumbled upon a story I’ve been waiting to find. The journey of Linney and Derek, childhood friends who chase their dreams across the world, only to be called back to the shores of Silver Lake is the kind of heartfelt, deeply relatable narrative that stays with a reader long after the last page. You’ve captured something truly special here: the tension between ambition and belonging, the quiet evolution of friendship into something more, and the poignant truth that sometimes the very place we try to escape is the one that holds the pieces of ourselves we need to reclaim. This isn’t just a romance; it’s a homecoming for the soul. ~Alice H. (email)

A good story to keep you from doing the things you should be doing. I could relate to the characters and many of the places .] I am looking forward to the sequel(s). ~RS (Amazon)

 I just finished reading Skipping Stones, and I have to say it’s such a beautifully written and emotionally layered story. The way you captured the quiet strength of your characters and the fragile yet powerful nature of human connection was truly moving. I loved how each moment felt intentional and reflective, like every “skipping stone” carried its own ripple of meaning. Your prose is graceful and heartfelt, the kind that lingers long after the final page. ~ Emmanuel (email)

Great summer read! Light and well researched. Very enjoyable. ~Kathi (Rakuten Kobo)

My wife is half way through your book…she says its addictive. ~GR (via text)

Kudos for Another Glass of Tea!

This was a cute and easy read! As someone who was supposed to go on exchange abroad (it got cancelled due to Covid), I loved reading this book and seeing the world through the POV of someone who got to experience this. ~Rachel Reid (Goodreads)

Another Glass of Tea is a beautifully layered story that blends travel, memory, and the quiet rediscovery of love. …Your storytelling carries the warmth and humanity of authors like Maeve Binchy inviting readers to reflect, dream, and believe again. ~ Melissa T (email)

“If you are looking for a good book to read by the lake I just finished “Another Glass of Tea” by Katherine Ward. … It is very well written, the characters are created to such a high degree you can’t help but get invested in them, and the story line is so compelling you find yourself reading into the wee hours of the morning to find out what’s going to happen. That’s all I will say because I don’t want to spoil anything for someone who chooses to read this book. I will tell you that it’s well worth the read. ~Mary Stiver (via Bobcaygeon Community Facebook Group)

I picked up Another Glass of Tea thinking it’d be a nice, calm “find-yourself-abroad” kind of read. You know, the kind that makes you sip tea slowly and feel cultured. Instead, I ended up halfway through, emotionally unprepared, rethinking my life choices, and googling “flights to Istanbul” like it was a form of therapy…. You didn’t just write a story, you built a mood. That bittersweet pull of loss, rediscovery, and the quiet hope of second chances hit way harder than I expected. Fiona O’Reilley might be fictional, but I swear she’s living rent-free in my mind right now, probably judging me for not journaling more. And the way you captured Istanbul, the chaos, the warmth, the nostalgia, felt like it came from someone who didn’t just visit but listened to the city. I loved that you didn’t romanticize everything. You showed the messy, human parts too, the grief, the resilience, the quiet moments where love sneaks back in like, “Hey, remember me?” Beautiful. ~Renee W. (email)

“Such an amazing storyteller. Reminded my why I love to read. Brought be back to by adolescence, to my younger years, to my middle age and gave me hope for the future. An epic novel that offers both a global and a uniquely Canadian perspective. Loved every minute. Gould not put it down. A MUST READ!” ~NB_Mississauga (Amazon)

“Brilliantly written! An evocative story of life, love, loss, growth and an exploration of different global cultures and customs. Should be sold with a box or two of tissues!” ~John F (Goodreads)

The evocative journey of rediscovery, and the tender promise of rekindled romance stirred my heart deeply. It’s clear you’ve poured your soul into this tale …This story of resilience, rediscovery, and second chances at love feels like a love letter to personal growth and the magic of new beginnings, perfect for readers who adore heartfelt, culturally rich tales. ~ Elizabeth (email)

“A touching story of love, family, friends and long-distance romance. An engaging, quick read full of life, and a tour guide of Turkey sure to make it a travel destination. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll be looking for the sequel! ” ~Maureen M. Nayowith (Goodreads)

“What a great story. It was a very enjoyable read. I laughed and cried right along with Fiona and her family and friends. Can’t wait for the next book, Katherine Ward!!” ~Lyn Sweet (Amazon)

“What a great story! I laughed, cried and now really want to travel to Turkey! Great 1st book Katherine Ward! I look forward to reading your next one. I highly recommend you travel through Istanbul with the characuters by reading Another Glass of Tea.” ~ Cheryl Haldenby Cottrill (FriesenPress)

“This is the perfect book to sit and read in the sunshine. I followed the fortunes of Fiona and her brood with real interest, and couldn’t wait to find out how it all resolved. It has a lovely life affirming feel and I am looking forward to the next one!” ~Gill Howson (amazon.ca)

“A thoroughly enjoyable read with amazing character development and a strong story line.” ~KM (Kobo)

“A charming story of friendship, love lost and found, and life lived with openness and joy. Full of romance and enthusiasm for Istanbul and the food and customs of Turkey, Another Glass of Tea made for a delightful summertime read.” ~ Simone (Goodreads)

Fiona’s journey from youthful wonder in Istanbul to the bittersweet rediscovery of love and self later in life, carries such tenderness and truth. You capture the rhythms of time beautifully: how loss reshapes us, how friendship sustains us, and how certain places never quite let go of our hearts. ~ Mark L (email)

“I finished [this] book in 24 hours and I loved it!! I warmed to all of the characters, teared up a few times and enjoyed learning so much about Turkey’s culture and beauty.” ~BD

“A superb read, especially on the dock in the summer….A wonderfully woven  romance tapestry …. An added bonus is exposure to the reader of the fantastic life in Istanbul, its customs, its diet delicacies, and the grandeur of the old world city itself. A must read!” ~ LE

“What a beautiful and warm debut novel! I laughed, I cried, I made a list of Turkish desserts to try! A very wholesome story about love, loss and friendship and I cannot recommend this enough!” ~Sarah Palmieri (Goodreads)