When Short Stories Rule
Long-form fiction authors can benefit from writing short stories and novellas because they demand perfect pacing, structure, clarity, and creative confidence.
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Sarah Munro’s Cuticle Salve
These winter days are beautiful but the dry air is hard on my nails and hands. So today I’m sharing my favorite cuticle salve that is easy to make and perfect for this time of year.
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What a Story Bible Actually Is (and What It Isn’t)
Today I’m talking about what a story bible really is, why fiction writers need one, and how to use it without overplanning. It’s a practical guide for romance writers, fantasy writers, and every genre in between.
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The Twelve Months: A Winter Folktale
The Twelve Months is a classic winter folktale about kindness, seasons, and quiet magic that resonates during the winter months.
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Shameless Promo Saturday: One Love
Since it’s Shameless Promo Saturday, today I’m sharing One Love, a new charity romance anthology where all the proceeds go to Jamaican hurricane relief efforts.
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Potato Sausage Soup
It’s been a long week of writing, cleaning up after Christmas, and taking care of others. So tonight we’re eating a cozy winter Potato Sausage Soup.
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Giving Up On Planners
Feeling overwhelmed by planners and productivity systems? This is why I’m ditching the stress of planner perfectionism, decision fatigue, and ephemera overload.
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Winter Writing Magic
Winter writing magic is this romance author’s favorite part of winter. Because cold seasons create deeper intimacy, stronger emotional tension, and unforgettable love stories.
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East of the Sun and West of the Moon
“East of the Sun and West of the Moon” is a classic Norwegian fairy tale, and it’s one of the most powerful (and romantic) stories in the fairy-tale canon.
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Snowed In Romances for the Season
I love the Snowed In Trope, so today I have a list of some of my favorite snowed in romances with all the cozy (and some steamy) vibes.
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The Magic of Tea on a Winter Morning
There’s nothing better than a warm cup of tea on a cold winter morning. Today I’m sharing some cozy winter tea recipes, from Orange Spice tea and Chai to Flu Tea and Hibiscus Tea, and turn your Sunday mornings into a comforting ritual.
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Shameless Promo Saturday: Snowed in With You
Since it’s Shameless Promo Saturday, today I’m sharing Snowed In With You, a new contemporary romance anthology filled with winter romantic stories about couples who end up stranded in a snowstorm.
