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June 7, 2018
Origins
The Journey of the Fool This series has been marinating in my head for some weeks, ever since my appearance on KimmersBooks Podcast. The question of inspiration; of where our stories rise up from and the process in which they get written, is common, but I’ve never told mine in its completion. In this series, […]
June 5, 2018
Stumbling Book Trailer
Coming into this self-publishing world, I knew marketing would be something I’d have to learn as I went. To be honest, I’ve been avoiding that aspect for-well-I’m still avoiding it mostly. But, I did put together this Book Trailer in the promise to myself that I would use it for some promotion. What do you […]
June 4, 2018
Who Likes Free Books?
In less than three weeks, Stumbling: Book One on The Fool’s Path will release! In other words, it’s time to give out some free copies! Interested? There are a few ways this can happen for you: Sign up for my Advanced Reader Copy list (you’ll receive Stumbling and ARC’s of all future books if you […]
May 17, 2018
Always on My Mind
I recently had the pleasure of being a guest on Kimmer’s Books podcast. It was so great to be able to talk about my writing journey! One thing that was asked was if the story was always on my mind. My answer: Absolutely! My bedtime ritual has become thought-mapping the story as it is and […]
March 31, 2018
Pre-Order Stumbling
Pre-ordering for Stumbling is now available for Amazon Kindle. If you’re not a Kindle or Kindle App user, no worries, the book will be available in paperback, as well as on Nook, iBooks, and other fabulous ebook services
March 28, 2018
Taste the Dark (Elwood Legacy Book 1), by Nicola Rose
Book Review Taste the Dark: Elwood Legacy 1 By Nicola Rose 4/5 Stars I couldn’t help but love the Elwood boys! Can’t wait for more. One reckless girl and two vampire brothers – battling forces of love over lust, and light over dark… Jess I killed my parents. I didn’t mean to, I don’t think. […]
Brainstorming Tactics
Our Obsession with Notebooks An introvert by nature, it’s been nice to find like-minded people through the #bookstagram and #writersfollowwriters community on Instagram. One thing I’ve noticed in this culture of creatives is that my (ex)obsession with all things journals, notebook, and pen related items is (was) not unique. Watching so many great ways others’ […]
March 24, 2018
Another Stumbling Quote
No longer were the words in her head, but rather a song that hummed through every synapse, sparking inside her blood so she was more than she could be as simple muscle and bone listening to brain and heart.
March 23, 2018
Cover Reveal
I’m so excited to share the cover for my debut novel: Stumbling, Book One on The Fool’s Journey… My live-in designer did a fantastic job! I’m a fan, and I hope you are too. The release on this will be June 21st, with pre-ordering to begin very soon! Get a free travel pass, or download […]
March 16, 2018
Cover Reveal Countdown
Five days until… Stumbling Cover Reveal Next week, on March 21st, I’ll be releasing my cover for Stumbling: Book One of The Fool’s Journey. This is exciting for me! A real milestone in the commitment I made to get this book finished… Stay tuned… There is an opportunity to see the cover before everyone […]
