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Unfixed

A Memoir of Family, Mystery, and the Currents That Carry You Home

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Pub Date 11 Nov 2025 | Archive Date 31 Jan 2026

Alisa Kennedy Jones | Empress Editions


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Description

When the tide of hidden truths and an unsteady body collide, one woman’s search for home becomes a journey of reclamation, resilience, and the enduring power of forgiveness.

"Warner’s poetic prose and intimate descriptions of her inscape while grieving... plunge readers directly into her reality." —Publishers Weekly, Editor's Pick

"Genre-defying... A gripping, often literary memoir that ruminates on life’s unfixable complications."—Kirkus

What do you do when the foundations of your life—family, identity, and health—begin to crack beneath your feet? In Unfixed, Kimberly takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the uncharted waters of family secrets, chronic illness, and the relentless search for truth and forgiveness.

When Warner's seemingly stable world begins to unravel, she discovers that her father—a figure both present and painfully absent—harbors a long-buried secret. This revelation propels her into an emotional labyrinth of discovery, forcing her to confront the ghosts of her past and redefine the meaning of home, family, and self.

Set against the backdrop of Warner's battle with an elusive and debilitating illness, Unfixed is a deeply intimate exploration of resilience and vulnerability. Warner masterfully weaves together threads of personal struggle and universal themes, painting a portrait of a life in flux that will resonate with anyone who has ever sought clarity in chaos.

At its heart, Unfixed is a story of reckoning—not only with the haunting specter of a lost father but also with the body's betrayal and the limits of medical certainty. With the lyricism of Dani Shapiro's Inheritance and the rich emotional depth of Where the Crawdads Sing, Warner crafts a narrative that is both gripping and profoundly moving.

Through luminous prose and unflinching honesty, Unfixed reveals the beauty and heartbreak of uncovering truths that were never meant to be found. It is a celebration of the human spirit's capacity to adapt and thrive in the face of the unknown, offering readers a poignant reminder that even in the most unfixed of lives, there is room for hope, connection, and self-discovery.

Perfect for readers who find solace in stories of resilience and transformation, Unfixed invites you to walk alongside Warner on a journey of uncovering, unraveling, and ultimately rebuilding.
When the tide of hidden truths and an unsteady body collide, one woman’s search for home becomes a journey of reclamation, resilience, and the enduring power of forgiveness.

"Warner’s poetic prose and...

Advance Praise

Chilling. Horror. Kimberly's words are so powerful, I felt as if I were going through the experience with her. - Sara Davidson, NYT bestselling author

Tremendous writing. The unease is inescapable. - Kenny Farquharson, The Times, Edinburgh


Chilling. Horror. Kimberly's words are so powerful, I felt as if I were going through the experience with her. - Sara Davidson, NYT bestselling author

Tremendous writing. The unease is inescapable. - ...


Marketing Plan

10-city speaking & letter writing tour in partnership with Barnes & Noble and Paper Source, entitled the "Dear Charlie" campaign.

Key Marketing Points:

Illuminating the Chronic Illness Experience, Backed by a Bestselling Voice

Unfixed offers a candid exploration of life with a mysterious and debilitating condition, echoing the deeply human perspective found in Meghan O’Rourke’s bestselling The Invisible Kingdom. With an endorsement from O’Rourke herself, Warner’s story lends a fresh and essential voice to the conversation on chronic illness, resilience, and self-discovery.

A Family Secret Unraveled, in the Tradition of Dani Shapiro’s Inheritance

Like Shapiro’s powerful excavation of hidden truths in Inheritance, Unfixed delves into the heart of family secrets and their profound impact on identity. Warner’s lyrical prose and emotional honesty will captivate readers who appreciate memoirs that balance personal intimacy with universal resonance.

For Fans of Where the Crawdads Sing—A Lyrical Journey of Home and Belonging

Readers who were enthralled by the rich atmospheric setting and emotional depth of Delia Owens’s Where the Crawdads Sing will find a similar pull in Unfixed. Warner’s evocative storytelling and exploration of what “home” truly means create a deeply immersive reading experience that lingers long after the final page.

10-city speaking & letter writing tour in partnership with Barnes & Noble and Paper Source, entitled the "Dear Charlie" campaign.

Key Marketing Points:

Illuminating the Chronic Illness Experience...


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ISBN 9798992386547
PRICE US$24.99 (USD)
PAGES 250

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