Let the Biscuits Burn
Cultivating Real-Life Hospitality in a World Craving Connection
by Abby Kuykendall
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Pub Date Sep 23 2025 | Archive Date Not set
Nelson Books | Thomas Nelson
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Description
Find the deeply connected life you've been longing for when you open your home and let God transform your heart through the spiritual practice of hospitality.
Do you long for deep, Christ-centered community, but you're overwhelmed at the thought of inviting people into your home because it doesn't look “perfect”? Do you find yourself making excuses and saying things like “I can't cook,” “My house is too small,” or “I don't have the time or energy to host”? If so, you're not alone in feeling that way, but practicing hospitality is easier and more transformative than you think.
In Let the Biscuits Burn Abby Kuykendall offers practical advice and biblical inspiration that will help you reclaim hospitality as a ritual that is less about performance and perfection and more about care and connection. She also shares personal stories of imperfect but God-honoring hospitality, along with the tips, tricks, and lists she's gathered over the years to make every piece of hosting less stressful. She'll share the profound rewards of welcoming others around your table, helping you:
- Understand the differences between cultural entertaining and Christ-like hospitality,
- Master the art of the invite and confidently open your home and life to others,
- Let go of the excuses that keep you from true connection and community, and
- Gain a clearer idea of who God is and why he calls Christians to the spiritual practice of hospitality.
Building a rich, deeply connected life has little to do with the perfect charcuterie board. Let the Biscuits Burn shows you how to open the door, set the table, and let God transform your heart.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781400252398 |
| PRICE | $19.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 256 |
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Featured Reviews
Megan P, Reviewer
In a post-pandemic world with instagram serving a constant stream of picture perfect parties, hosting can seem like an insurmountable task. And this book came at the perfect time. Even though I love hosting, but have been caught up in all the reasons I shouldn’t - my house isn’t clean enough, my tables setting aren’t cute enough, what if the food doesn’t turn out just right. Abby Kuykendall encourage us to reframe our excuses and even embrace the chaos. Why worry about perfection when you can b present? The difference between entertaining and hospitality really struck a chord with me and immediately made hosting seem more doable.
Overall, this book left me feeling so cozy and hopeful and I’m excited to use what I learned
Reviewer 503414
This was an excellent book. It was well-written. I would highly recommend this book. It's very easy to read.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC.
Emily F, Reviewer
Abby Kuykendall reminds us that we don't need a perfect house and gourmet meal to serve in order to have hospitality and invite people in. If this is something you struggle with then I recommend this book!
Thank you NetGalley for an eARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Reviewer 1168388
This book is a good resource for Christians with important reminders about hospitality. It encourages Christians to be like Mary, not Martha, and to prioritize intentional connection over hosting perfection. For all that, I felt it was a bit harsh in its wording and tone in some places (e.g., in dismissing “excuses” for not hosting regularly). Overall though, it is a really thoughtful book full of compassion and specific, practical tips to build community through hospitality. I give it 4.5 stars rounded up to 5.
Thank you to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson for the free eARC. I post this review with my honest opinions.
This review is cross-posted on Goodreads. It will be posted on Amazon and Instagram within one week of publication.
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