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Signing at Amelia Island Book Festival March 1!
Are you looking to interact with more than 100 authors, ask them about their work, and learn what inspires them? Look no further! The Amelia Island Book Festival is the perfect place to meet new…
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January Book Recommendation: Rocky Start
Starting 2025 off right with two of my all time favorite authors: Jennifer Crusie and Bob Mayer! I grew up reading this dynamic duo; their action adventure romances sparked the writer in me, and it’s…
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Writing Runs for Romantasy Book 2
It’s amazing the difference a few days can make! From snow to sunshine, southeast Georgia weather has seen it all this week, making it difficult to keep a routine. Getting back to writing walks has…
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Page Count Milestone in Romantasy Trilogy Book 2
Time for a mini celebration! I have officially hit 100 pages / 26,506 words in Book 2 of my romantasy trilogy! Mischief is thoroughly impressed with my word count, LOL. This book is writing slower…
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Welcome Mischief to the Bradley Family
Mischief is officially a member of the Bradley Family! I’ve been feeding and caring for this little fur baby since April of last year. He waltz into my heart and home like he owned the…
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Couple Christmas Photos at St. Marys Waterfront Park
Better late than never: check out the extras from Derek and my Christmas card photos! Every year, Derek and I do a couples “photoshoot” for the holidays, which is always a challenge because Derek is…
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Coastal Magic Countdown: Five Weeks!
Only five weeks away from Coastal Magic Convention! I had the privilege of catching up with these lovely coastal magic attendees during their monthly reward chat, a perk of reading the most coastal magic authors.…
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Decorating Hassle vs. Holiday Cheer
My house is officially un-decorated from Christmas. Phew!! I hate decorating and un-decorating, but gazing upon all those twinkling lights, sparkles, and holiday cheer gives me so much joy, it’s worth the hassle.
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Ringing in the New Year: Hello 2025!
Relaxing with family, reconnecting with friends, and making new memories was the perfect way to spend my last week of 2024. And after a long travel day home, I’m thrilled to ring in the new…
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Meet Your Next Favorite Author at Coastal Magic!
I’m so thrilled to once again attend Coastal Magic Convention as a featured author! I’ve met so many friends, both readers and authors alike, and this year, I’m especially excited to finally meet Heather Graham!…
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New Favorite Author Discovered: Kerrigan Byrne
I found a new favorite author in Kerrigan Byrne! Although Tempting Fate is a mid-series book, I was really in the mood for a historical bodyguard romance – and this story did NOT disappoint. Looking…
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Kayaking Lady Bird Lake: Last Day in Austin
Derek and I got in late last night from my work trip to Austin, Texas. Today is a lazy unpacking/laundry day reminiscing about a great vacation… on our last day in Austin, we kayaked Lady…
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Hiking 27K Steps on Barton Springs Greenbelt Trail
Derek and I got in 27,000 steps hiking Barton Springs Greenbelt Trail! A massive amount of steps (for me) and an even better time. Plus, we only got lost twice!
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Hiking Mount Bonnell Post Healthcare Conference
The Healthcare Internet Conference was fantastic, and hiking around Austin is even better. Mount Bonnell was gorgeous – five out of five stars recommend!
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Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center: HCIC 2024
I’m excited to explore Austin, Texas, during my free time while attending the Healthcare Internet Conference (HCIC). Our first adventure: Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center!
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Stay in the Spooky Mood with Brewing Tricks Before Treats
I hope everyone had a Happy Halloween! If you’re not ready to let go of the spooky mood, visit the Funk-N-Fiction blog to read Brewing Tricks Before Treats. One of my favorite parts of writing…
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Meet the Heroine of Brewing Tricks Before Treats
Meet Petra Maine, the heroine of Brewing Tricks Before Treats! This FREE short story is available on the Funk-N-Fiction blog. Petra is accustomed to life giving more tricks than treats, but when a dangerous warlock…
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Recharging with Sand, Sunshine & a Favorite Author
The last 10 days have burned me out: working my 9 to 5, developmental edits on Romantasy book 1 (which are proudly back with my agent and have GREATLY improved my story!!), launching Brewing Tricks…
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Brewing Tricks Before Treats Now Live on Funk-N-Fiction
Brewing Tricks Before Treats is now live! Visit the Funk-N-Fiction blog to read this FREE short story. One of my favorite parts of writing this story was the first kiss: “The kiss was searing, soft,…
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Book Signing Oct 26 at Winding River’s Savannah Club
The Winding River Craft Fair is next Saturday, Oct. 26, 8am-12pm! I’ll be selling and signing books alongside other crafters in our neighborhood, including art, jewelry and baked goods. Pre-order your books today!
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1 Week Until the Release of Brewing Tricks Before Treats
Only 1 week away from the Funk-N-Fiction Halloween Flash Fiction Blog event and the release of Brewing Tricks Before Treats! Be sure to keep your eye out Oct. 24 for the start of this BOOtastic…
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Sight Beyond the Sun Placed Third: Prism Awards
Sight Beyond the Sun placed third in the Prism Awards! Congratulations to Mary Brock Jones for taking the win with Exiled: Arcadia Book Three. As a long time competitive swimmer, it’s sometimes difficult to shake…
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Sneak Peek Reading of Brewing Tricks Before Treats
Brewing Tricks Before Treats is coming soon, to release as a FREE short story on the Funk-N-Fiction blog Oct. 25! One of my favorite parts of writing romance is seeing my heroine through my hero’s…
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200 Pages Deep into Editing Light Beyond Our Orbit!
Today, I hit 200 pages in my work in progress editing Light Beyond our Orbit! I’m 1/3 finished re-reading this manuscript, and after long hours at the keyboard, earned a well-deserved beach day. Happy Sunday!
Author Melody Johnson 