Hi! I’m Kimberley Barnes.
Author and member of Welcome to the Club, A Menopause Thriller.
Writing this book made me cry, laugh, and feel both vulnerable and empowered. I’m not a magical menopause guru, just a woman sharing real stories, honest laughs, and a little comfort for everyday superheroes going through the same thing.
Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller
This isn’t a clinical guide full of charts, graphs, or medical jargon.
Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller is a brutally honest, laugh-out-loud survival guide for everyday superheroes navigating the invisible emotional unraveling of menopause.
From boardroom hot flashes to 2 a.m. insomnia spirals, parenting chaos, and misplacing your keys… this book is your hilarious, real, and totally relatable roadmap to surviving menopause with your sanity (mostly) intact.
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Covers speak louder than words.
This book cover is intentional. Every detail, colour, and line was designed to tell the story of menopause before you even open the book.
Discover the story behind the cover.
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The book I dreamed of writing was not the one that chose me.
Meet the book behind the story
Cover & Illistration by Chris Bingham, Cyan Bold Design
Layout Design by Alex Hennig, Clear Design
Editing and proofreading by Dania Sheldon
Real Women, Real Words
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Laughter truly is the best medicine! Kim brings humour and honesty to the “change” we all fear, normalizing the chaos of menopause and reminding us we’re not alone.
Pauline, Winnipeg MB
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With courage and authenticity, Kim sheds light on the unspoken sides of menopause. Her writing empowers women to embrace themselves fully and navigate this transition with grace and self-care.
Lisa, Medicine Hat, AB
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A refreshingly honest account of a journey through menopause reminding all of us to appreciate our health and vitality at every age, finding the humorous moments along the way, and knowing that we are not alone. A great read.
Patricia, Victoria BC
Menopause Speaking Engagements & Workshops
Kimberley Barnes joins a growing group of speakers using humour to address menopause and women’s health.
Her book is often described as a humorous, practical take on everyday superheroes navigating menopause moments.
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Kimberley Barnes offers keynote talks, workshops, and facilitated conversations on menopause, midlife transitions, and women’s health. Topics include menopause with humour, breaking the silence around women’s health, and embracing life transitions. Kimberley combines personal stories, humour, and actionable tips to engage and inspire audiences.
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Kimberley is available for conferences, corporate events, libraries, wellness groups, and community organizations.
Keynote Presentations – 45–60 minutes of laughter, learning, and honest conversation.
Workshops & Breakout Sessions – Interactive sessions tailored to your group’s needs.
Panel Participation & Q&A – Engaging discussions that bring your event to life.
Book Signings & Meet & Greets – Opportunities to connect with attendees and purchase books.
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Fees vary depending on event type, location, and length of engagement. Travel and accommodations may apply. Book signing opportunities can be included, and Kimberley is happy to provide books for purchase.
Every engagement receives a customized proposal so you know exactly what’s included.
If menopause had a soundtrack, it would be the crackling of a campfire.
Let’s Connect
Connect with Kimberley to continue the conversation and share your own menopause stories, because laughter and camaraderie (and maybe a little wine) make the best survival kit.
The Hot Flash Club is an informal community connected through Kimberley Barnes’ book, speaking events, and newsletter.
You can join by signing up for the newsletter, attending live talks, or following event updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Kimberley Barnes joins a growing group of speakers using humour to address menopause and women’s health.
Her book is often described as a humorous, practical take on navigating menopause.
Learn more about how to book her for menopause speaking engagements & workshops on her Join the Conversation page on her website.
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The Hot Flash Club is an informal community connected through Kimberley Barnes’ book, speaking events, and newsletter.
You can join by signing up for the newsletter, attending live talks, or following event updates.
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Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller is available in paperback, ebook, and soon audiobook formats worldwide.
You can purchase it on Amazon, Indigo, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and other global retailers.
Direct links can by found on her Book Order page of her website KimbleryBarnes.com
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Kimberley Barnes always wanted to write a book. What surprised her was which book she ended up writing. Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller is a memoir-style account of her personal menopause journey, written to bring humour, honesty, and visibility to an experience shared by all women. She shares the full behind-the-scenes story of how the book came to life in the Insights & Stories section of her website.
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You can reach Kimberley anytime via her contact page or email her at Hello@KimberleyBarnes.com.
She aims to respond quickly, usually within one business day.
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Yes! Kimberley Barnes regularly participates in events, book signings, and community gatherings where she shares stories, humour, and insights from her book Welcome to the Club: A Menopause Thriller. You can check her In the Community page for the latest events, including brunches, craft markets, speaking engagements, and workshops. Don’t forget—you can also join the Hot Flash Club to receive updates on all upcoming appearances and stay connected with Kimberley.