August Anticipation
A few weeks ago I announced that I have a new story coming out this summer in an anthology. This is a book of firsts for many reasons. Its the first story I've written since the pandemic, it's the first story I did not plot, it's my first participation for a charity anthology raising money for breast cancer research (a…
Refilling the Well
We all need time to refill our emotional and spiritual well, whether it's doing something creative, or getting touch with nature, volunteering, or meditation. This is an essential part of human-ness we need. Not only does it bring perspective in our relationships to the people and things around us, but it brings joy back into outlives. I'm not much of…
I Did It Again
It's been a hot minute. I swear, I'm the worst when it comes to updating my website and blog. But now I have a reason to do so...I have a new story coming out! It has been three years since I had anything published and in that time, I'd like to say that I worked on my craft, expanded my…
How I Write - Planners
Note: This post is part one of a mini-series of posts on paper planners and how I use them in my Writing Life. Did you know there is a community of people who use paper planners and calendars? It's true. I've been a part of it for several years, and am thoroughly enmeshed in the world of Planner Peeps. …
Romance and Ratings
Every few months there is a bit of an uproar in Romancelandia and it all has to do with how books are categorized. Specifically how Romance books are categorized. You see, unlike movies and TV, there is no rating system for books. Books are instead categorized based on what shelf they fit on in a store. The Book Industry Study…