About

Centaur Courses LLC and Centaur Publishing LLC, founded by inspirational author Kristine Benevento, deliver books, live events, and storytelling that inspire honest reflection and emotional connection. Kristine’s work, featured in four Chicken Soup for the Soul books, includes the Happy Gates Ranch children’s series—A New Baby at Happy Gates Ranch and Buttercup the Brave—with more titles coming soon.

Our signature event, A Journey from Grief Toward Joy—happening November 14–16, 2025 at the Venice Community Center—offers a compassionate space for those navigating loss or life transitions to pause, reflect, and take courageous steps forward. Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1359892036689.

We partner with organizations and businesses that value authenticity, growth, and human connection. Learn more at www.kristinebenevento.com.