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.
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Summer Car Travel Preps: Updated Again
Summer travel this year has been a wild ride, so I compiled an updated list of FEMA, NWS, Ready.gov, and other sites/links with current advice on how to stay safe on the roads this summer.
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Preparing for Heatwaves Again
Let’s prepare for and stay safe during a heatwave with this essential summer survival guide. I’ve included trusted government resources, safety tips, and practical advice to protect your home, health, and loved ones from extreme heat.
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June Book Fairs & Reading Events
There’s a heat dome coming for most of the country this week, so I’ve curated a list of new and free books and a book event to keep you inside and reading… and away from this hot weather!
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Spinach Raspberry Salad
It’s going to be another hot weekend, so I’m keeping our meals cool and easy and tonight I’m serving my favorite Spinach Raspberry Salad.
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New Summer Airline Travel Rules
Now that summer travel has arrived, there are new rules that may affect everything from how you pack to how you can charge your phone. It’s exhausting and complicated so I’ve tried to organize it all here in this post.
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The Fictional Town I Wish Was Real
Readers and writers often long for fictional places because those settings aren’t really about geography. They’re about belonging.
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The Found Family Trope
The found family trope remains one of romance fiction’s most beloved storytelling devices because it speaks to our deepest need for belonging.
