I’m going on a social media diet. Why? Because social media can be a huge time suck and scrolling through posts often leaves me feeling blue whether it’s because I feel inadequate or I’m just plain overwhelmed. That said, there’s an incredible author community on FB and Twitter … [Read more...] about ‘”TASTES GREAT!…LESS FILLING!”’
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Author Reading Phobia
The first time someone suggested I do an author reading, I laughed and said, “I would never ever in a million years do that. Not me, no way.” But now I have!Twice, and counting.Thanks to Tagan Shepard and Louise McBain, two friends and fellow authors. They got me to do what I never thought I … [Read more...] about Author Reading Phobia
A chat with Bella authors Stacy Lynn Miller, Louise McBain, and Cade Haddock Strong
Lesfic authors Stacy Lynn Miller, Louise McBain, and Cade Haddock Strong introduce their new novels and share some fun facts about themselves. For many of us, the cold dark months of winter are fast approaching. We’ve got three fantastic new books for you to curl up with. The three of us … [Read more...] about A chat with Bella authors Stacy Lynn Miller, Louise McBain, and Cade Haddock Strong
Box Night!
Right before a book releases into the world, a box of author copies arrives. It’s a really big day no matter how many books you’ve published. Opening that box is akin to being a kid on Christmas morning. I’m fortunate to live near a number of other Bella authors, and one of them, Louise McBain, … [Read more...] about Box Night!
The 3 Biggest Mistakes I Made With My First Novel
Okay, I’ll be the first to admit I made a lot of mistakes when I published my first novel, but three really stand out especially because, if I hadn’t made them, it would have prevented me from making a long list of other mistakes. The three big mistakes I made: Not reaching out … [Read more...] about The 3 Biggest Mistakes I Made With My First Novel
What Flying Might Look Like in a Post-Coronavirus World
Since coronavirus arrived on the scene, hundreds of millions of people have lost their jobs and an innumerable number of small and large business have been crushed financially. For nearly twenty years, I worked in the airline industry, and it’s devasting to talk to my friends who still do. My old … [Read more...] about What Flying Might Look Like in a Post-Coronavirus World
Being a Whistleblower ‘Aint Easy!
In Fare Game, Kay Corbett, an airline executive, witnesses unscrupulous practices at Logan Airlines, the fictional airline where she works. Ultimately, she joins forces with Riley Bauer, the brilliant beauty in Finance, to blow the whistle on a massive price fixing scheme at the … [Read more...] about Being a Whistleblower ‘Aint Easy!
Writing The Schuyler House: Inspiration from a real-life heist.
The Schuyler House begins with the story of four female art thieves, some of whom end up on the run. Oddly, I’ve always been intrigued by the idea of being on the run. Only the notion, of course; I’ve never actually committed a crime in my life. A few years ago, I read a book about … [Read more...] about Writing The Schuyler House: Inspiration from a real-life heist.
