I had to write my father’s obituary. No big deal, right? I’m a writer. This is what I do, but when it’s for your father, or anyone who you love, it’s not quite as simple as you would think. I mentally steeled myself and glanced at a few tips and formats. I started off simply…
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Seeds of Discord Released!
I am thrilled to announce that Seeds of Discord, the third and final book, of The Cursed Series has been released! Rafe and Hattie’s adventure filled journey has been a joy to write. I hope their story delights you and I also can’t wait to welcome you back with more tales from The Village of…
New Chapter
I am almost done formatting Seeds of Discord. There are numerous emotions you experience when you finish writing a book to a series. You feel elation, exhaustion, and a curious sadness. I realize I should be happy about accomplishing my goal, but there is always a measure of grief in a sense because you must…
Seeds of Discord Release Date
“Far up in the deep blue sky, great white clouds are floating by; All the world is dressed in green; Many happy birds are seen, roses bright and sunshine clear, show that lovely June is here.” ~F.G. Sanders The start of summer is upon us. Here in the south temperatures are starting to climb and…
Book Promotion Week!
I am so happy to announce my huge book promotion which will last for the next five days! I racked my brain trying to think of a way to help during this horribly weird and tragic time. I was not planning on running any more free book promotions, but because of this unprecedented epidemic, and…
Checking in…
Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise~ Les Miserables In my neighborhood, the children started to draw and write inspirational messages on the sidewalk for everyone to see as they go about their walks. My daughter and I went out to do our part and the quote above is the message…
Seeds of the Cursed Released!
I am excited to share with you that Seeds of the Cursed has been released! The second book of The Cursed Series has been a roller coaster of a ride to write and I can’t wait for everyone to continue on this journey with Hattie and Rafe! Description: “You must seek the most cursed object…
Seeds of the Cursed Book Cover & Release Date
Yes! It’s almost here. I am pleased to announce that the second book in The Cursed Series, Seeds of the Cursed, is in its final stages of editing, and not only can I announce a release date, but I can reveal the book cover! The official release date is March 5, 2020! Hattie and…
The In-between
People often ask me, what do I do when I’m not writing. I’m always somewhat bemused because even when I’m not physically writing, I’m usually crafting the next story in my head. The thing is, writers never stop creating. Even when we are on a break, we inevitably come up with something to keep our…
Seeds of the Damned is Released!
Oh, you knew it was going to happen early! Yes, Seeds of the Damned is now available to download! I also had second thoughts about Friday the thirteenth for a release date. I’m not superstitious…okay, maybe a little. I am so excited to share with you the start of Rafe and Hattie’s journey. It’s a…
