“A key part of my day job is training counselors to help hurting people by ‘drawing out’ what’s at the heart of a conflict—to help them face and actually have those key conversations that can turn into healthy communication. Every once in a while, a book like The Well comes along that becomes ‘required reading’ for them to do just that. Cathy’s transparency, honesty, biblical wisdom, and pages of helpful, practical tools can help you quit putting off—and actually have—those ‘We need to talk’ conversations. This is a ‘must read’ now.

Cathy Krafve delivers a positive and profound look at writing as an act of love.”

~W.D. Edmiston, East Texas Writer’s Guild

“Marriage is complex. It is complex because two individuals merge their personalities into a relationship that should blend into a beautiful friendship over the years. As one who has been married almost 50 years, I appreciated Cathy Krafve’s approach to this subject because she introduces ways to make small changes that can produce significant blessings in marriage. She addresses the complex and challenging areas of marriage with humor, vulnerability, and an easy conversational style while reminding us of God’s plan for marriage and His blessing in it. Cathy is not afraid to share her hard moments and is honest about heartache and triumph. I enjoyed her conversational style, which is reflected in the title. Her challenges and suggestions will give you hope and direction for actions to take in marriage while drawing you closer to God and his plans for you.”

~Denise Roberts, church librarian, and member of the ECLA board

“Cathy has put her mark on the real source of power in marriage: intimacy. Under the heading of “fellowship” she unpacks how a truly powerful marriage, and especially the sexual power in a marriage, isn’t illicit power and it isn’t even erotic power; it is intimate power. Very few authors are seeing this so clearly. Couples who are friends, who invest in “fellowship” in life, worship, parenting, fun, affection, “sparkiness” and in their beds, are the greatest testimony of God’s de- sire for us to have abundant, enriched lives. Cathy reveals the truth of this design in… Marriage Conversations.”

“Cathy Krafve has written a significant book on the art of effective communication that will be an important read for businesspeople, educators, spouses, and others. As a professional communicator, I highly recommend The Well, The Art of Drawing Out Authentic Conversations to all who desire to be more effective in their conversations with others.

“That you are a person of influence is a given. Whether it’s negative or positive is determined in no small part by the effectiveness of your communication skills. In The Well, The Art of Drawing Out Authentic Conversations, Cathy Krafve rightly identifies communication as the catalyst to intimate and substantive relationships.

“Cathy can talk tough, not like John Wayne, but in the gentlest, most compassionate way. She has a way of wrapping her words around your heart because she is as transparent as Saran Wrap. The Well explains how to live life the best way possible—through learning the gift of good communication.”

“I wish everybody could meet Cathy. She’s vivacious in her words and in her voice. But also, you never walk away discouraged when you talk with Cathy.”

“Cathy Krafve is a woman who loves a good quote, Jesus, and her family. Like a good general, Cathy maps out battle-worthy strategies for everyday situations in her latest book, The Well, The Art of Drawing Out Authentic Conversation. She tells you all about entrenched defenses and how to deploy ‘Conversational Adventures,’ without actually starting World War III.”

“”Cathy is a refreshing breath of air who has a way of helping us never take ourselves too seriously. She is one of those encouraging and authentic people who can tell it like it is in a way you may never have heard before and will likely never forget! I cherish her stories, honest approach and unique perspectiveS.A. – Tyler, TX

“In her book, Marriage Conversations: From Co-existing to Cherished, Author Cathy Krafve touches on an important point. How do we establish lasting companionship and influence? This book contains some excellent ideas for helping couples enhance and improve their marriages.”

“Cathy’s compassion and care for her readers’ marriages is evident from the first page. She pulls back the curtain of her own life and mar- riage in ways that are vulnerable, humorous, and authentic. Whether you’re thinking about getting married or have been married for years you will discover hope and encouragement in this book.”

“Krafve has crafted a book filled with marital wisdom, advice, and hu- mor that held my interest from the beginning. The honesty in which the author freely shares her own family’s triumphs, tragedies, and fail- ures is refreshing. Writing from a wealth of experience, the author demonstrates how small changes improve communication skills in marriage relationships.”

“Cathy is as warm, genuine and delightful as coming upon a field of bluebonnets. Beloved by family and friends for her integrity and sense of humor accompanied by a gift of unselfconscious laughter. Her dedication to God and truth make her like a true Mustang; holding strong and running free, a symbol of persevering values.”

“Cathy’s contagious smile draws you in and holds you captive while she engages you in compelling dialogue regardless of the subject.  Her sincere and sunny disposition permeates all she does and all who are near her. Wise beyond her years, Cathy contributes solid judgment and common sense in every circumstance whether it be a meeting of the minds or counseling a friend.  While Cathy may “meet” a stranger — give her three seconds and she’ll be their lifelong friend.”

“Cathy is a force of nature. Her energy, her passion and her joy radiate brilliantly, enveloping everyone around her. It didn’t take me long to know that Cathy is one of the most sincere and honest people I’ve ever encountered and speaks from the depths of her soul. After a minute with Cathy, I felt like I’d known her a lifetime. She’s never met a stranger and the goodness of her heart matches the depths of her dedication to that which she loves.”

“Cathy Krafve’s new book, The Well, is a guide on how to communicate effectively, especially when the conversation is a hard one. Cathy shares learned techniques on how to have that win-win conversation.”