It seems almost surreal to type out that title. The last time I published a book was almost five years ago, and the imposter syndrome has been REAL. After all, Rose's Ruin is "only" a novella. Can I even feel proud of this moment? (The answer is yes, of course) This story has taken years,… Continue reading Rose’s Ruin Cover Reveal!
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Poetry | simply put, you
Hello, readers! It's my husband's birthday month and so I thought it fitting to share a poem I wrote about him. I usually don't post much poetry here, but surprisingly, those posts end up doing really well! Here's to the man who loves, cherishes, and provides for his two girls who love him so much!… Continue reading Poetry | simply put, you
Happy New Year!
Hello, readers! Happy New Year! I remember being a kid and thinking the 2020s seemed so far away, and now it's already 2024! Last year I focused on family & motherhood (which was truly so sweet) and now I want to really bring my writing back into focus this year. Little Bear (my daughter) is… Continue reading Happy New Year!
Poetry | through her eyes
Hello, dear readers. It's been a while, hasn't it? In July of this year, I gave birth to the sweetest little girl and I couldn't be more thrilled. Being her mom is such a privilege & joy. This poem is about her and how healing it is to watch the man you married love &… Continue reading Poetry | through her eyes
My Writing | It’s Official, Rose’s Ruin is Happening
*checks Rose's Wrath's publication date* *sees it was March of 2020* Well, it's been a while, I'll admit that. Rose's Wrath was published to positive feedback and a deep love for many of the characters! Due to many different things, the next book, Rose's Ruin, has been MIA. I can say, though, that the first… Continue reading My Writing | It’s Official, Rose’s Ruin is Happening
Rantish Ramblings | You’re Still a Writer and I Hope You Know That
I stared at my laptop screen for what felt like the third time all year. And yet, the Google Docs page remained blank. Come on, I thought. How could I have just stopped writing? It was naive of me, looking back. Assuming that the (far) less rigorous life in high school couldn't have contributed much… Continue reading Rantish Ramblings | You’re Still a Writer and I Hope You Know That
Poetry | dear [insert]
Hello, everyone! *glances at the date of last post* Ermm... So, it's been a while. *crickets* Okay, so maybe a long while. But this little blog of mine has always remained in the back of my thoughts and I always knew I'd come back to write again. So, we're starting off slow & easy with… Continue reading Poetry | dear [insert]
I Didn’t Win NaNoWriMo and I’m OK With That
First, to all of you who reached that 50K goal--CONGRATS! It's a major accomplishment that you should be immensely proud of. And those of you--like me--who gave it your best but just didn't hit your word goal--congrats to you too! You gave it a shot and you wrote words, and that's all that matters! Going… Continue reading I Didn’t Win NaNoWriMo and I’m OK With That
Publishing Frustrations and Extended Dates
As most of you know, Rose's Wrath was supposed to be published yesterday. Few of you know that is not published. Let me explain why. When I first wrote Rose's Wrath in November of 2018, I had every hope of publishing it--I still do. After numerous edits, Beta readers, editors, proofreaders, etc, I felt rather… Continue reading Publishing Frustrations and Extended Dates
Rose’s Wrath Cover Reveal!
It's the big day! Today I am FINALLY sharing the official cover for Rose's Wrath! Whoo! This novel has been a long time coming and the amount of editing I've done or hired others to do has seemed endless at times. But the publication date is fast-approaching and soon Rose's Wrath will be available to… Continue reading Rose’s Wrath Cover Reveal!
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