A Halloween History
Happy Halloween! Since not everyone celebrate this holiday and others aren’t sure what it’s all about, here’s a brief history. 🎃
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Halloween Reading Events
Today and tomorrow I’m participating in two awesome Halloween book events on Facebook with lots of other romance authors, and I’d love it if you could join us.
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Season of Revision
Not drafting this November? Then embrace the Season of Revision, a gentler, powerful way to rekindle creativity and fall back in love with your story.
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Haunted by Love: The Romantic Power of Ghostly Settings
Haunted houses hold more than ghosts. They hold love, memory, and the courage to face what lingers. A reflection on gothic romance and heart.
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Halloween for the Introverted Romantic
For the introverted romantic, Halloween isn’t about fright. It’s about beauty, mystery, and falling in love with the world in the glow of candlelight.
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A Plan for Thanksgiving
Although Halloween is a week away, it’s time to start preparing for those November holidays that are loaded with family, fun, and food.
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Preptober Meal Plans
While my NaNo project is all set, I’m trying to get my life ready for such a huge project. One of the things I do ahead of time is to plan out some of my meals, for my self and my family. So let’s get started with a monthly meal plan!
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Soup
Although it’s Thursday, I’m ready for the weekend! And since it’s finally Fall, I’m serving my new favorite soup for dinner. It’s made with fresh sweet potatoes and cauliflower and loaded with all the fall flavors.
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The Horla: A Descent into Invisible Terror
The Horla by Guy de Maupassant is a chilling 1887 tale of invisible forces and unraveling sanity. A perfect read for this spooky time of year!
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Pennhurst: Structures that Speak
In my second post about Pennhurst Asylum, once known as the Eastern Pennsylvania State Institution for the Feeble-Minded and Epileptic, I discuss the architecture and how its abandonment affects visitors.
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The Dark and Dangerous Allure of Love Potions
Readers of dark romance and fantasy novels know the truth about the fiction of love potions. They’re metaphors for love’s darkest desires and are a potent element of these stories.
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October Book Fairs and Reading Events
October is here and it’s finally cold enough to wear sweaters and drink hot chocolate. So that means it’s a great time to download lots of free books!
