Tag: First Coast Romance Writers

  • One Week Till Launch

    We are one week out from book launch! Romancing the Holidays, courtesy of First Coast Romance Writers, releases Sept 22. But today, it’s time to give you an inside scoop of my contribution to the anthology, Fated by Fire. In this snippet, you get our hero’s point of view. Let’s meet the infamous Dr. Marcus…

  • Plotting vs. Pantsing

    There’s two types of writers out there: pantsers, who write by the seat of their pants, and plotters, who plan out every detail of their book. I’m a pantser who forces herself to plot. In order to get from point A to a logical point B, I need to know what point B actually is,…

  • Cutie Meet

    When I develop my hero and heroine, I always do so as a pair, so that I can mirror, balance and create conflict in their personalities and backstories. For Jen and Marcus in particular, I really wanted to explore the ideas of fate vs. freewill and the inaccuracy of first impressions. A powerful seer, Jen…

  • First Kiss Scene

    My favorite scenes to write are always the firsts: first look, first touch, first kiss, first everything. In Fated by Fire, Marcus and Jen are no exception: “Jen slung both her arms around Marcus’ neck and pressed her mouth to his. He stopped dancing. His hands around her waist gripped firmly onto her hips, and…

  • Sneak Peek Inside Romancing the Holidays, Vol. 2

    Romancing the Holidays Volume 2 is only three weeks from launch! The countdown is officially on, and you know what that means… it’s time for a sneak peek! Let’s dive into my story, Fated by Fire, and meet our heroine, the young but cynical seer: Jenavieve St. Clair.

  • Maggie Award Finalist

    I’m thrilled to announce that Beyond the Next Star is a finalist in the Maggie Awards!! Even just being a finalist is a HUGE honor and an achievement I’ve been pursuing since I attended my first Romance Writers of America conference in 2013. The winners will be announced on Oct. 2 at Georgia Romance Writers…

  • Romancing the Holidays Volume Two!

    Looking for a Happily Ever After? How about fourteen of them?! Your favorite anthology is back for Volume 2, and ebook pre-orders are now on sale 💜 Once again, proceeds for Romancing the Holidays benefit First Coast Romance Writers, my local RWA chapter. My contribution to the anthology is Fated by Fire, romance #3 in…

  • Add Spice to Your Life

    Who doesn’t like a little spice with their pumpkin? Add some flavor into your life this fall with Romancing the Holidays! A dozen ways to fall in love in this holiday-themed anthology 😍

  • Get Spooked this Halloween

    Looking for a spooky story to get in the Halloween spirit? I’ve got two for you!!

  • The Kiss in Grave Promises

    There are moments as an author when I reread my work and hate every word. And other times that I actually give myself the feels… “He raised his other hand and cupped her cheek. The supple leather of his glove was smooth on her jaw. He swiped a calloused thumb across her lower lip. She…