Welcome to StinaGene
Wherever a story takes you, there’s something to discover.
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 fitness and mindfulness coaching.
What each experience has taught me is that clarity isn’t waiting at the finish line. It lives in the in-between.
The in-between is one of the most honest places to be.
This collection of short stories and journal reflections is steeped in heart, curiosity, and a quiet sense of wonder.
A Cup of Authenticitea is a collection of short stories inspired by real-life events, told through fictional characters and a cozy tea cafe brought to life on the page. Each section explores one of five themes—Discovery, Alignment, Connection, Healing, and Fulfillment—offering a glimpse into the quiet moments when clarity takes shape.
After each chapter, a tea-tasting reflection note invites you to pause, breathe, and consider your own in-between moments. The guided questions that follow are invitations to listen inward.
It’s cozy, it’s honest, and it asks just the right questions at just the right time.
Available February 24, 2026
Stories are often how we make sense of things.
A Letter Slipped Through the Pages
Not another newsletter. A letter.
Imagine opening a letter that slips from a book, carrying a message that deserves to be seen beyond the plot.
No spoilers. Just what lingered, shared with a tea and a reflection to sit with.
Not reviews. Not recaps. Just letters for readers seeking connection, curiosity, or comfort—and maybe even their next favorite read.