An English Tea for St. George’s Day
Today is St. George’s Day. A day to celebrate the slayer of dragons and defender of chivalry. So there’s nothing else to do except have a proper English tea party!
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Spring Cleaning the Writer’s Space
Spring isn’t just for closets and windowsills. Your writing desk deserves a fresh start, too. Clear the clutter, invite in creativity, and make your workspace as inspiring as the stories you can’t wait to tell. Your muse deserves a clean, fragrant space, and so do you.
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Rainy Day Romantic Reads
Now that the April rains have begun, it’s time to snuggle into a comfy chair with a hot cup of tea and read for hours and hours (in a perfect world, that is!). So for those who have the time, here is a list of some of my favorite books to read on rainy days.
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Happy Easter!
For all who are celebrating today, I hope you have a Happy Easter!
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An Easy Easter Brunch
Tomorrow is Easter Sunday, so today we’re talking about how to put together an easy, last-minute Sunday Brunch with entertaining tips and some fun, simple recipes.
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The White House Easter Egg Roll: The Sweetest Tradition
Today I’m writing about history of America’s most charming spring tradition—the White House Easter Egg Roll, from its humble beginnings on Capitol Hill to its festive celebration on the South Lawn.
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A Rough Draft Challenge for Spring: Part 2
We are halfway through the Rough Draft Spring Challenge. So that means it’s time for to remember to take care of our body, mind, and eyes so we can finish our drafts strong with great stories and even better health.
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Was the Book Better?
We all love to say “the book was better,” but sometimes the movie gets it just right. From sweeping romances to iconic adaptations, here’s a list of my favorite films that actually outshined their source material—and made me fall in love all over again.
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Tending the Inner Plot
The connection between gardening and writing is an ancient one. Today I’m writing about how garden journaling can nourish your romance writing practice with mindful prompts, seasonal reflection, and a deeper connection to your creative cycles. I’ve even included a printable with journaling prompts!
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Aurora & Eos: The Bringers of Light
Although it’s raining today, I’m writing about the mythic roots of Sleeping Beauty’s Aurora and the dawn goddess Eos—two light-bringers whose stories merge across time. Discover how their symbolism can inspire your creativity, your writing ritual, and your own luminous new beginnings. ✨
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On Frogs, Devils, and Romance Writers
Writing romance means facing Resistance (the Devil) and doing the hard work (eating the frog). So here are six soulful, practical action steps to help you write with courage, quiet the fear, and rediscover the joy of telling love stories.
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Spring Cleaning for the Romance Writer’s Soul
Writing romance is more than storytelling—it’s soul-tending. Since love stories can be a form of emotional spring cleaning, here are four gentle steps to refresh your creativity, reconnect with your characters, and fall back in love with writing.
