Lean Toward
the Light
Pre-orders are open.
The official release date is September 26, 2026 — but you don’t have to wait.
“Lean Toward the Light” is a collection of short stories on creativity, overcoming fear, and learning to find the good — with an original companion album to move through it with.
- » It’s stories.
- » It’s music.
- » It’s lyrics.
- » It’s small daily practices.
Made to inspire you to find the good in the people and world around you, and to cultivate your own creative light. It’s also for the ones rebuilding their courage — a soft place to land on the days the world feels heavy.
Pre-order perks
Signed by Kristen
Every physical copy is hand-signed. Pre-order only.
Hear it first
Pre-order and the digital album lands in your inbox right away.
Free U.S. shipping
On every physical order. Ships September 1, 2026.
Just want the music — or just the words?
Start with a single piece. Each one stands on its own.
The simplest way in. ✶
Lean Toward The Light - CD
Lean Toward the Light - Book
Want the whole story?
The book and the album were made to be experienced together.
Most people start here. ♡
Lean Toward the Light Book & CD Bundle
Want to make it a practice?
Simple ideas & prompts to pair with the music and stories — made to add more joy, play and creativity into your daily life!
Remember to lean toward the light. ✶
Lean Toward the Light Creative Inspo Cards, Book & CD Bundle
Lean toward the light — and spread some light, too.
The complete experience, candlelight and all — with a hand-poured candle whose purchase helps do a little good in the world.
A little light for someone else, too. ☀
Lean Toward the Light Handmade Candle, Creative Inspo Cards, Book and CD Bundle
Want the full experience?
For the deepest dive — the complete set, candlelight and all. Make it a ritual.
The whole world of the book, in a box. ☀
The Lean Toward the Light Full Experience Bundle
- Signed copy of the book
- Companion album on CD
- Instant digital album — delivered at pre-order
- Creative Inspo Cards deck
- Hand-poured, toxin-free candle
- Exclusive Lean Toward the Light tee