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The Love of a Good Monster | Eternal Reign, Night Blood 3
What makes paranormal romance so addictive (in my opinion) is the thought that the monster, the very creature that would maim and rampage everything and everyone else, is on your side, fighting for you: “I’d…
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Diving Head Over Heels into a Favorite Book!
Don’t let those blue skies fool you. Half an hour after this photo was taken, I was rained off the beach!! A very distressing beach day, but what wasn’t distressing was diving head over heels…
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Join Me for a Spicy Saturday Book Signing Aug. 24!
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be a signing author at White Rose books & more in Kissimmee, FL, for their Spicy Saturday Signing on Aug. 24, 12-2pm! In addition to myself, authors include Kate…
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Paranormal Romance: Writing Magic to Reflect Life & Love
Writing paranormal romance is especially fun because it gives me the opportunity to use elements like magic to reflect problems in real life. I loved doing this in my story, Ghostly Intentions. The hero, Colton,…
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National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest Now Open For Entries!
I’m so excited to enter the cover of Sight Beyond the Sun created by Trif Book Design into the First Coast Romance Writers (FCRW) inaugural National Excellence in Romance Covers Contest! For only $10 per…
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Mischief the Cat Contributes to Creative & Prolific Writing
Mischief, the friendly neighborhood kitty, has been my writing buddy this summer, distracting me with his meowing, providing joy with his sweet presence, and helping me focus while he naps. I wrote and edited my…
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Author Shoutout to Ruby Dixon: Breaking Glass Ceilings
Author shoutout to Ruby Dixon! She is such an inspiration, and I love her author journey. Alien romance is still such a niche market, and not many traditional publishers have “risked” investing in the genre.…
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Book Recommendation: Rest in Pink by Jennifer Crusie & Bob Mayer
I’m loving book 2 in the Liz Danger series, Rest in Pink, along with the sand, surf and sunshine! There’s nothing like enjoying a favorite author in your favorite place. And this book is especially…
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Sago Palm Saga Update: Resurrection & a Pup
My Sago Palm Saga continues! The bush on the east end of my house looked completely dead even after having given birth to a pup this spring. But I returned from PA to new growth!…
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From the Pet’s POV | Beyond the Next Star Reading
One of the many joys I experienced while writing Beyond the Next Star was depicting the bond between pet and owner. In my novel, normal, seemingly uneventful interactions become hilarious, awkward, and even frightening from…
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Sight Beyond the Sun | Part 2 Book Reading
Sometimes it’s the smallest gestures that have the biggest impact: “Breathe, he thought at her, because he could tell by the strain in her corded neck that she wasn’t. With the live display projectors capturing…
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Happy Independence Day Weekend: Celebrating Beachside
Happy Independence Day weekend! I’ve been enjoying my freedom the best way I know how: my toes in the sand, basking in the sun and surf, and escaping into a fantastic book. Diving into a…
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Romantasy Rough Draft Complete: 92K in 4 Months!
Meeting readers, reconnecting with authors, and having a blast talking about and selling my books wasn’t the only fun had at Space Coast Book Lovers this year. I’m thrilled to announce that I also squeezed…
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After Party & Thank you: Space Coast Book Lovers 2024
Another Space Coast Book Lovers in the books! Under the Sea after party was amazing—the decor, food and company can’t be beat. And as always, my fellow dancing queens and I were last off the…
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Space Coast Book Lovers Book Signing Today, 3-5pm!
Join me today, 6/22, for the Space Coast Book Lovers book signing!! Free for the public 3-5pm at the Radisson Resort at the Port. Swing by table 26, say hello, and meet your next favorite…
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Tropes & Sips and Lunch with an Author at Space Coast!
Our Relationships Dynamics panel at Space Coast Book Lovers “Tropes & Sips” was so much fun! Elizabeth SaFleur, Anna Blakely, and Kate Breitfeller are amazing and hilarious. And thank you to the fabulous readers who…
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ColorTastic Conversations at Space Coast Book Lovers
Space Coast Book Lovers is once again proving to be the place where I reconnect with my tribe. I had a blast catching up with longtime friends and meeting new friends at my BOOKnique: ColorTastic…
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Packed & Pumped for Space Coast Book Lovers 2024
✅ Books! ✅ Clothes! ✅ Swag! I’m packed and pumped for Space Coast Book Lovers!! I can’t wait to see everyone. T-minus 1 day away!
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Til Death Don’t Us Part: Making the First Kiss Unique and Soul Deep
As a romance writer, I’m always looking for fun and exciting ways to describe the “first kiss.” Whether it’s a metaphor that connects to the character or plot, I love anchoring the hero and heroine’s…
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Happy Father’s Day: A Lifetime of Memories & More to Come
Happy Father’s Day!! From life milestones and holiday picnics to family visits and beach trips, I have such wonderful and warm memories… and I can’t wait to make more. I hope you had a wonderful…
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Romance Author Shoutout: Jennifer Crusie & Bob Mayer – the Dynamic Duo
Author shoutout to Jennifer Crusie and Bob Mayer! This dynamic duo are back at it in full force, both online – giving fans hilarious posts of their collaboration process – and publishing new novels!! The…
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Alien Romance Book Recommendation: The Host, By Stephenie Meyer
Book recommendation time! Slightly less well-known compared to her Twilight Series, Stephenie Meyer’s The Host was the first alien romance that I ever read and STILL one of my all time favorite novels. There’s a…
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Reflecting on witty banter, a dangerous hero, and a determined heroine
The City Beneath was the third book I ever finished, but the first I published. As my debut novel, the hero (Dominic Lysander) and heroine (Cassidy DiRocco) will always have a special place in my…
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Meet Mischief! A Puuurfect Distraction to my Writing Life
Meet Mischief! A friendly neighborhood cat, this little dude has been visiting me every evening for several weeks, becoming a welcome distraction during the time I usually devote to social media posting after my daily…
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