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Why Romance?

It's Valentine's Day today. Ironically, despite being a romance writer, I can't stand this holiday. I heartily dislike the idea that my loved ones must be forced to tell me they love me once a year (and vice versa). Please explain why this isn't happening naturally throughout the year? It's a retail driven holiday that... Continue Reading →

If I Couldn’t Be a Writer?

If I couldn't be a writer, what would I do? I think I've been asking myself this question since I was old enough to know that there was a choice. One might say that, due to the staggeringly low chances of making a living at this gig, I should have a backup plan. There are... Continue Reading →

Holidays & Traditions in World Building

Today is February 2nd. You know what that means. Groundhog Day! Every year, my husband is so excited to get to rewatch the cult classic movie. That's our Groundhog Day tradition. Maybe one year we'll actually go to Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to experience the day in style and in person. Anyway, let's be honest that this... Continue Reading →

Worst Writing Advice I Ever Got

Worst writing advice I ever got? Honestly, this is a hard question because if someone is giving it as advice, it's because that tip worked for them, or is a standard for most, if not all, writers. For me, just like in most life situations, there is no BAD advice. There is advice that is... Continue Reading →

How Far Back?

How far back does your earliest memory go?  My most vivid memories start around the ages of seven and eight. Before that, it's mostly snippets or specific moments. Special occasions like Christmases and birthdays. Family visits. Tea parties my mother would put on for my neighborhood friends. My first watch--Mickey Mouse. The different houses we... Continue Reading →

Cheat Sheet for Great Beginnings

Beginnings and endings are my favorite parts of books to write. Not just because with one I am starting a new exciting journey and the other I'm finally crossing the finish line. Endings we'll talk about another time, but beginnings... Beginnings I love because I get to use a relatively small amount of real estate... Continue Reading →

Author Spotlight: Jessica Lauryn

Y'all know how I love to spotlight my fellow authors, and Jessica is such a sweetheart. I know you'll love her latest release! A Sultry Performance Chris Gordon, stage manager at Rabourn Theater, suspects his late wifeโ€™s hit-and-run was never an accident. He believes the man she was having an affair with, Oakley Sutherland, was... Continue Reading →

My Favorite Thing I’ve Written

Often, the last story I finished is my favorite thing I've written. I think it's because, with each new story, I'm always learning and growing. However, some stories are harder to write, some characters harder to get to know. And some are easier. My favorite contemporary romance I've written, unfortunately isn't quite out yet. But... Continue Reading →

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