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  • Writing Poetry for Romantasy Book 2

    Writing Poetry for Romantasy Book 2

    The heroine in my Romantasy Book Two is a war caster: a master swordswoman, bullseye hitting archer, and stealthy huntress. She struggles to read—the runes seemingly twist and flip on the page no matter how hard she consentrates—and she must face her worst nightmare while protecting the kingdom: a poetry reading. So here I am,…

  • Ringing in the New Year: Hello 2025!

    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 year by sleeping in, LOL. I have some exciting things brewing in my writing life for 2025 (keep your fingers…

  • ColorTastic Conversations at Space Coast Book Lovers

    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 Conversations! Everyone’s hero and heroine turned out unique and fabulous 😍 After this evening’s reading and signing, I’m looking forward…

  • Meet Mischief! A Puuurfect Distraction to my Writing Life

    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 writing walk. He’s so sweet, begging for treats and attention – I’m a sucker for needy fur babies and ripe…

  • Fresh Air Inspiration: Anything For That First Draft

    Fresh Air Inspiration: Anything For That First Draft

    If I’m not writing in my office, walking my neighborhood, or at the beach, I can usually be found lounging on my back porch couch, enjoying fresh air and the view of my yard while trying to find the words. (And waiting for Mischief, my friendly neighborhood kitty, to round the corner for some head…

  • Writing Life Milestone: Filled My Journal

    Writing Life Milestone: Filled My Journal

    Today marked a small milestone in my writing life: I filled my journal. Looking back, my first entry was “Summer 2011 Goals” and started in June following my college graduation. The first half of this journal began as part diary and part check list, detailing highlights of my day and the writing/career/activity goals I achieved.…

  • Meeting Ilona Andrews at Coastal Magic Con

    Coastal Magic Convention is where dreams come true!! Ilona Andrews is one of my favorite authors, and meeting them was a huge highlight of this con for me. And of course, they signed my books!!

  • Arrived in Daytona | Coastal Magic Convention

    I hit the road a little later than planned (that’s what happens when you stubbornly refuse to leave your chair until the chapter is finished) but I have no regrets. The pages were written, the miles were driven, and I’ve officially arrived at the Coastal Magic Convention!!

  • Happy Valentine’s Day!

    Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating the day of love with your boo, your book boyfriend, fur baby or pampering yourself (because you 💯 deserve it!) I hope you’re making today a moment to remember and enjoy. ❤️ Love you! (Pictured: my first ever photo with Derek Bradley – randomly hanging out in my parents’…

  • More Fun in LA | Visiting West Coast Friends

    Finally seeing my college suite-mate was one of the brightest highlights of my trip to LA! I wish I could visit the West coast to see friends more often, but these are the little moments that make life even sweeter. And the gorgeous view and swanky atmosphere of Perch didn’t hurt 😋😍