Welcome to StinaGene

Wherever the story takes you, there’s something to discover along the way.

I’m Christina Owens — author of the upcoming A Cup of Authenticitea and creator of A Friend from the Pages and Bookmarked Thoughts, where books, tea, and reflection meet to explore life’s in-betweens.

My First Book Is on the Way

A Cup of Authenticitea

A book brewed for life’s in-between moments.
Part storytelling, part reflective recipe collection — each chapter pairs narrative with a tea-inspired journaling practice.

Sign up for book updates + a monthly letter to linger with.

A Friend from the Pages

What if a character wrote you a letter?

A Friend from the Pages is my way of sharing stories that linger — glimpses written in the voice of unforgettable characters, paired with tea and a reflection to carry with you. These aren’t book reviews or summaries. They’re invitations to pause, to listen, to discover a truth tucked between the lines.

Bookmarked Thoughts

Because no story ends at the last page.
A space to unpack what your latest read stirred up; the quote that won’t leave you, the chapter that echoes, the question you’re still holding.

Hi, I’m Christina Owens

I write about discovery in life’s in-between moments; the pauses, pivots, and questions that shape who we are. Alongside a 20+ year career in education, I’ve explored many paths from real estate to Human Design, but writing, reflection, and sharing stories are the spaces I now call home.

Letters Worth Sipping On

Each month-ish, I send out A Friend from the Pages. Letters in the voice of characters, paired with tea and reflection. Subscribe on Substack, and let the stories meet you wherever you are.