The Natmosfear

On this fine let me introduce my girl and protagonist, Kelynn, aka Kel, aka Sanders. Her full name means undiluted which is mirrored in how she presents her strength to the world and how she longs for a full, potent life. She’s guarded but bold, and I can’t wait for you all to meet her in the pages to come.

Thank you Maggie Menderski with the Courier Journal for including The Volcano No One Could See in your roundup of 8 summer reads by local authors! Check out the other Louisville writers' stories in the link below!

Thriller, romance, fantasy, nonfiction: 8 local books to add to your 2024 summer reading list Kentucky and Southern Indiana writers are making waves across several genres. Here are eight new releases for your 2024 summer reading list.

COVER REVEAL!!! 📖

I cannot thank my graphic designer, and bestie, Gwen Galeza enough for bringing my vision to life for the cover of my debut novel, The Catalyst!

TITLE ALERT: My YA Novel comes out this summer and it’s called—🥁🥁🥁—The Catalyst.

I shared last week that I'm releasing a Young Adult Novel this summer. Below is a blog post for those interested in learning where this story came from and a bit about my writing process!

Paperback Writer: Putting the Story in My Head on Paper — Nat Bickel “Dear Sir or Madam, will you read my book? It took me years to write, will you take a look?” Listening to the Beatles’ “ Paperback Writer ,” I can’t help but find resemblance in my own journey as a writer. I’ve been keeping it under wraps until it was the best it could be, BUT I wrote ...

Excited to share my words featured in the Los Angeles Times about people using their guest rooms for good and chasing adventure within the walls of our own homes.

Opinion: Does working from home make you lonely? Here's one fix that won't have you returning to the office Opening a room in your home to someone is a generous act that can benefit hosts and guests alike.

When Dreams Feel Normative:
"When that chorus hit, it was incredibly smooth, almost like someone singing in the fog by a lake. The bass mixed with the eerie vocals just did something unexplainable to me."

When Dreams Feel Normative — Nat Bickel Music videos from my early high school years will be forever ingrained in my memory bank. Something about the larger than life, dramatic visuals made me hit replay again and again, one of which included an alternative band. When that chorus hit, it was incredibly smooth, almost like someone singing

"Its tall stalks are all I can see, no land beyond them, they shield me. It’s quiet in still time, the only noise a nearby horse flehming alongside my exhales of sighs."

Like a Million Whispers — Nat Bickel I step around the bend, the wood planks welcoming my weight.  The corn, now my horizon and unfamiliar friend. Its tall stalks are all I can see, no land beyond them, they shield me.  It’s quiet in still time, the only noise a nearby horse flehming alongside my exhales of sighs.

"It’s a surprising sensation that could bring me to tears if I let it. Physical touch is my love language, and when it feels like God, himself, has gently ran his fingers through my hair, I feel like a child being nurtured, loved, and seen."

The Comforting Nudge of Shifting Seasons — Nat Bickel I cross one leg over the other to keep warm, although it’s not cold outside. The subtle, but ever-present, chill brushes up against me just enough to create bumps on my arm pushing back against it. My body tries to protect me from the crisp nature of the wind while I internally long for it. 

Another author interview :)

Nat Bickel Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. Nat Bickel is an energetic storyteller who aims to move people to action with her words. She has a

“When you’re in the middle of a story you’re in the middle of possibility” – The Chair on Netflix. That statement is powerfully true and has encouraged me immensely as a writer. Check out my interview with Awesome Gang
https://awesomegang.com/nat-bickel/

Nat Bickel Interview With Author Nat Bickel Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. Nat Bickel is an energetic storyteller who aims to move people

Thanks so much Sleigh Bells & Mistletoe Podcast for having me! I loved chatting about the inspiration behind The Christmas Clue, as well as more recent memories that stick out from the holiday season. Check out the interview below and listen to me compare myself to a latte 😂☕️

The Christmas Clue Book Author Natalie Bickel talks about her book, The Christmas Clue, a children's book about a scavanger hunt that Santa Claus leaves for siblings Ryan and Natalie. 

September is a highly anticipated month for me because it's the month I said 'forever' with my best friend. Here's my latest feature about how we make our marriage work as opposites. Thank you Fatherly for the mention!

I’m An Introvert Married to An Extrovert. Here’s How We Make It Work. What do couples in introvert-extrovert relationships do to ensure their needs are met? Here's what ten such couples told us.

Just saying the word "Book Fair" takes me back to my elementary school days. Man, were those exciting. The Christmas Clue has been featured in another Ebook Fair, called Fiction Fair! Check out the link below, and enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Make sure to vote for my book while you're there!
http://www.ebookfairs.com/Fair/Book?id=oh3rrh3-wEGBCybmpK_BOQ

Show Fiction Fair If your book is fiction, any fiction. Then, it will be a great fit for our Fiction fair!

Buoyancy:
"The vast ocean ahead enticed me as glimpses of colorful houses dotting the shore blended together. I felt the unexpected thrill of the ride, a smile plastered across my face. As the rest of the passengers held on alongside me, their grips seemed lighter compared to my now white knuckles, my innate need for solid ground resurfacing."
https://www.natmosfear.com/blog/buoyancy

Buoyancy — Nat Bickel The heat from the sun spawned a state of much needed restoration as I lay outstretched with my arms extending above my head and my toes pointed. I eased into the slack of the beach chair, my right leg straightening past the point of comfort. An array of knee surgeries had me overly aware of its posi

I was recently interviewed by Bookreadermagazine! Writing has always existed at my core since I was in elementary school, and I'm excited to share more of how I tick in this space. Click the link below for the full interview.

Featured Interview With Nat Bickel

Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
Nat Bickel is an energetic storyteller who aims to move people to action with her words. She has a bachelor& #039;s in communications, a previous contributorship with Darling Magazine, and published features in Glamour, Stylist, Shondaland, Refinery29, Parade Magazine, and more.
https://bookreadermagazine.com/featured-author-nat-bickel/

ANOTHER ONE! The Christmas Clue is in a Fiction July Fair (even though it's August) on Ebook fairs! Check out the link below to enter in to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Make sure to vote for my book while you're there!

Show FICTION JULY FAIR! Any book in the FICTION category! Let's go!!!

Yep! You guessed it! The Christmas Clue is being featured in yet ANOTHER book fair! This one features Picture Books.

The rules are the same - you can enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card, just make sure to vote for my book, no purchase necessary!

Show Picture books Children’s picture books that parents can utilize to teach their child a lesson. Please visit this fair and vote for your favorite author.

This time around, I have created my own book fair titled, Christmas in July! It features children's Christmas books. It also allows for you to enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card, just make sure to vote for my book!
www.ebookfairs.com/Fair/Book?id=3sonrJ50ZECKzZ6Ct_cQsA

Show Christmas in July If you have a children's book that centers around Christmas, feel free to enter it! Christmas in July will give readers a glimpse of holiday books available.

The Christmas Clue is being featured in ANOTHER book fair! This one is called "Rhyme Away!" The rules are the same - you can enter to win a $50 Amazon gift card, just make sure to vote for my book, no purchase necessary!

Show Rhyme Away! Join children’s authors across the globe as they share their rhyming children’s books with readers. Did you know that hearing and using rhyme, rhythm and repetition helps children develop early literacy skills? The repetition of words, ideas and skills is important for early brain development, a...

The Christmas Clue made it into another book fair! Check it out below and enter to win an Amazon gift card - no purchase necessary! Make sure to vote for my book while you're there, too!

Show first book here is a place to submit your first ever book of your series or even your first book

Merry Christmas in July! My book is on sale for the entire month!

The Christmas Clue The Christmas Clue

Little memory capsules are what I make... learn how in my latest feature with Insider.

The 7 best resin craft starter kits, according to professional resin artists Resin is a highly versatile material that can preserve flowers and enhance all kinds of art. Here are the best resin craft starter kits for beginners.

My book has been featured in an online book fair! Enter to win a $50 Amazon card! No purchase necessary!

Show Pen It Publications This is for all the great books currently published by Pen It Publications and our family of authors. Any genre of book is welcome from children's picture books to non-fiction. This is a great chance for everyone to get to know our library and we cannot wait to show you more over the coming weeks!

I’m excited to share this article I’ve been sitting on for awhile. We can all find joy even in the hardest times. Thank you GirlTalkHQ for sharing. ❤️

Discovering My Grandmother's Depression-Era Autograph Book Gave Me A New Perspective On The Pandemic Natalie Bickel's grandmother wrote about the depression, rationing, impacts of the war, and gender roles at the time.

When I came home from Vegas, I had recurring nightmares that I was still stuck in the airport. I had to write about my experience for them to go away. So, I wrote about the ENTIRE solo travel experience from start to finish.

My Inner Compass: A Las Vegas Travel Blog — Nat Bickel I saw the hostess eyeing me as I stood near the back of the line. “Are you alone, ma’am?” The question was one I’d been answering safely over the past 24 hours, and I hesitated for a brief second. Instead of telling a small tale of how my husband was still in the hotel room or how I was goin...

Remarkable everyday moments

Real-life Magic Found in Polaroids — Nat Bickel She was in distress. Maybe distress is too strong of a word, but a small spec of panic was emerging in her expression. A two-year-old fidgeting at the dinner table that was not her own revealed my own sense of uncomfort. No matter the ambiance, restaurants have yet to replace the cozy nature of home

Thank you Homes & Gardens Magazine for the feature! This is such a patient, timely part of my work, but it's what makes the memories last.

How to dry flowers for everlasting blooms Discover how to dry flowers to make a beautiful decorative display in your home

Clearly, I'm not a movie buff, but talking with Robert from Behind the Bells made me want to start watching Christmas movies already!

Merry Monday everyone! Today, we have another interview, this time with Natalie Bickel, the author of the newest Christmas book, the Christmas Clue. Come learn how her personal Christmas inspired her, her favorite holiday movies and see her answers within my infamous Christmas survey!
Now available on Spotify, ITunes, Audible, Anchor and YouTube!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-bells-podcast/id1543653907?i=1000554720939

We just hit the 2 year mark of being sent home from work at the onset of the pandemic. Here’s a little something I wrote back then about the transformation that happened for me.

Mending the World's Broken Bones - A Quarantine Reflection
“The day she was furloughed was one of the weirdest days. One where she felt defeated, unsure, and undervalued. But then, she found something unexpected, something she didn't realize she'd lost - herself.”

Mending the World's Broken Bones - A Quarantine Reflection — Nat Bickel The day she was furloughed was one of the weirdest days. One where she felt defeated, unsure, and undervalued. But then, she found something unexpected, something she didn't realize she'd lost - herself. God was unearthing things she didn’t realize she’d buried. Her hope had been going astray fo...