Team Movie vs. Team Book
Is the book always better than the movie? Usually, but not always. With Practical Magic 2 arriving in theaters, I’m looking at why some movie adaptations become even more beloved than the books that inspired them.
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The September Garden
September is the perfect time to do a quick garden clean up and and for planting some late fall/cool weather veggies.
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Rest is Part of the Work
A Labor Day reflection on why writers need rest, how repetitive tasks can restore creativity, and why stepping away is sometimes part of the work.
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Cold Blueberry Soup
It may be September, but this holiday weekend is going to be scorching hot, so I’m making Cold Blueberry Soup. It’s a sweet, cold soup that’s perfect for a Labor Day picnic.
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Sarah Munro’s Updated Fire Cider
Today I’m sharing an updated version of Sarah Munro’s Fire Cider, a perfect remedy for winter sniffles.
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Last Days for Mending Hearts
The summer anthologies are almost gone, but this enemies-to-lovers anthology still has a few days left. And it includes my new Kingsmill Courtships story, Her Reckless Outlaw.
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The First Day of September
Welcome September! The first day of September brings the promise of autumn, changing gardens, cozy books, seasonal traditions, and the quiet pleasure of a fresh start.
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Unshaken… A Charity Anthology Cover Reveal
It’s cover reveal day for Unshaken, a charity romance anthology that will support Doctors Without Borders and their relief efforts after the Venezuelan earthquake.
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Christmas in July: A Short Summer Writing Break (and a Free Christmas Novella!)
I’m taking a short Christmas in July break to focus on writing new stories, finishing a few behind-the-scenes website projects, and preparing for an exciting fall book season. While I’m away, I’m sharing one of my favorite Christmas romance novellas as a free BookFunnel download. Grab your copy, enjoy a little holiday magic in the middle of summer, and I’ll see you again in August with new books, new stories, and plenty more to share. Happy Summer!
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Happy Fourth of July!
Happy Fourth of July!
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Watermelon Strawberry Soup
July 4th weekend is going to be scorching hot, so I’m making Watermelon Soup. It’s a sweet, tangy, and cold soup that’s perfect for holiday picnic.
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Story Bible for Tropes
A well-organized story bible helps authors track character arcs, themes, and continuity. But tracking romance tropes across a long series can also strengthen branding, prevent repetition, and deepen reader satisfaction.
