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Hold On, But Don't Hold Still

Hope and Humor from My Seriously Flawed Life

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Hold On, But Don't Hold Still

By: Kristina Kuzmic
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Delivering inspiration and "parenting comedy at its finest" (The Huffington Post), here is one woman's story of ditching her fairy-tale dreams and falling in love with her unpredictable, chaotic, imperfect life.

Kristina Kuzmic has made herself a household name, speaking directly to mothers from the trenches of parenthood via her viral videos and social media presence. She is now bringing her message of self-acceptance, resilience, and joy to audiobook listeners. With a refreshingly unpretentious, funny, and galvanizing voice, Kuzmic goes behind the scenes to reveal how she went from broke and defeated to unshakably grounded and brimming with thankfulness.

Illuminating the hard-won wisdom from a life always spent one step behind - whether it was as a high school student new to America, a suddenly single mother to two kids, remarried and juggling two teens and a toddler, or the unexpected recipient of Oprah's attention and investment - Hold On, But Don't Hold Still is the audiobook every mother needs to reassure her that she's not only fine just as she is, but that she already has more tools and support than she can possibly imagine. Sparkling with wit, this heartfelt memoir is like a long coffee date with a best friend, or the 11th-hour text message that gives you just the boost you need to get through the night.

A Viking Life title

©2020 Kristina Kuzmic (P)2020 Penguin Audio
Motherhood Personal Success Relationships Inspiring Witty Heartfelt Toddler Parenting Humour

Critic Reviews

"Tenacious and refreshingly candid." (Publisher's Weekly [starred])

"A generous guide through the bumpy terrain of parenting." (Kirkus)

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Fabulous!

Kristina, I don't even know how to begin to write my review. This book has come at just the right time in my personal journey as a mum. Many of the struggles you mentioned have been part of my experience too. I love how kindness and love is intricately woven into your parenting; it's very important in our family too.

I highly recommend this book for all parents. You'll laugh out loud, cry and nod in agreement more times than you can count. I could barely put it down!

Thank you!!

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Excellent

I loved it. She's amazing, inspiring and real. Thank you for writing and reading it.

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So relevant

Thank you for touching on the good, bad, fun, ugly parts of parenting. I really enjoyed this book. I laughed, I cried and now I'm sad because it's over

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Rollercoaster ride of emotions

Kristina has an amazing way of making you cry one minute and laugh the next. The book is beautifully written and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for giving us an insight into your life, allowing your readers to reflect upon their own. 💗

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Absolutely in love with Kristina!!

I’ll start by saying hi I’m gonna re-read (listen) to this audible book!! Christina is inspiring, hilarious and quick witted!! A great role model, and an outstanding offer! So many real life examples of struggles, motherhood, and Tryon! Well done Kristina! I loved listening to your audible book

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Laughed, sobbed, did all of that stuff out loud

Over the raw, comical and so relatable feel to this book! My first audio book and it was fantastic!

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A story that pulls you in and holds you tight while you ride the ups and downs. Loved listening to it and loved how it made me reflect on my own life and my own Motherhood!

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My favourite book!

I absolutely love this amazing book!!!
So many women need to hear this great story!

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best book ever

I loved this book. Its truth, it's rawness, it's humor and I could so identify with a lot of it. ihopeshe writes another book

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great book for everyone

loved it so much I listened to it in 3 days, definitely recommend it to everyone.

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