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July 27, 2025
The TMI: July 27, 2025
My naughty alter ego, Zara Snow has been hard at work on a re-boot of the very first series I published. Who says life after 40 can’t be wild? This kinky short read series brings the laughs, the heat, and the irresistible CinnaDom energy you didn’t know you were craving.
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The Entire Midlife in Aura Cove Collection is available in audio!
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope
This is the final week before I send off Never Lose Hope, Book 2 in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler Series , to my editor, and it's already breaking records. It’s the longest book I’ve ever written, and it features the funniest scene yet, told from the brilliantly sarcastic perspective of Peregrine, the African Grey parrot. A first-edition Kickstarter launch is coming soon. Stay tuned for details!
Currently Reading: Part of Your World
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez is a heartfelt and witty romance that balances emotional depth with laugh-out-loud moments. With charming characters and a fresh take on love across social divides, it's a feel-good read that is perfect for summer.
I Found a Midlife Miracle
Check out the latest installment of my Substack series chronicling my journey to better health after 50.
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July 13, 2025
The TMI: July 13, 2025
I turned 50 this week and my sister-in-law sent me my very own African Grey to celebrate!
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The final draft is nearly complete! This one’s a wild ride, packed with twists, revelations, and time-bending, shape-shifting intensity. It picks up right where Nevermore left off, and I can’t wait to share what’s next for the world of Aura Cove.
Currently Reading: We Used to Live Here
While the beginning is a slow burn, the payoff is well worth it. A gripping, atmospheric horror/suspense with just the right amount of dread to keep you hooked.
I'm 50! Here's the the Pep Talk.
From letting go of guilt and toxic friendships to embracing rest, advocating for my health, and chasing more joy. I’m being raw, honest, and maybe even a little rebellious.
If you’re somewhere in the middle too (or just wondering what it looks like to reclaim your time, your peace, and your power) you might want to read this.
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June 29, 2025
The TMI: June 29, 2025
Get ready for the worldwide release of Book 1 in my brand-new spinoff series, Aura Cove: Temporal Traveler!
Step back into the magic of Aura Cove, this time with a time-bending twist. Meet our new heroine: Nevermore, an autistic shapeshifter who’s hurled back to 1989 during Mercury in Retrograde, accompanied by a snarky feathered sidekick. If you loved the Midlife in Aura Cove series, this new midlife adventure is your must-read of the summer. If you've already read it, PLEASE help your favorite author out and leave a review on Amazon, even if you bought it from me!
Flash of Love!We’re just days away from the release of the final audiobook in the beloved Midlife in Aura Cove series! This unforgettable finale will be available exclusively right here on the website. You won’t find it anywhere else.
Available mid July. Pre-order now to be a first listener.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The feedback from my alpha readers is in, and I’m diving into the final draft on Monday! This book is packed with humor and heart with a few twists for fun! Neve & Peregrine will absolutely steal your heart.
Currently Reading: Secluded Cabin Sleeps 6
I am a variety reader, meaning a good story in any genre is my jam. Thrillers, though? They need to be plausible. That’s why you’ll probably never see Freida McFadden recommended here. (Some folks love her, but I have to physically restrain myself from throwing my Kindle across the room. 😬) But this one? Surprisingly good. Cleverly crafted and throughly enjoyable.
Off the Wagon by Blair Bryan
An honest reset a few weeks before 50 with less guilt and more grace.
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June 22, 2025
The TMI: June 22, 2025
The first book in a new series is always the scariest. I’ve spent a year developing these characters, writing outlines and then almost 2 book in the series, and now I’m hoping readers like you will love them too. Since the worldwide release is only 8 days away, I need a huge favor!
If you enjoyed Nevermore, would you leave a quick Amazon review? Just a sentence or two helps so much. Early reviews make a big impact on visibility and help new readers take a chance on an author that is new to them. THANK YOU!!
Flash of Love is coming to Audio in July!We are in the final stretch! CJ's performance has made me laugh and cry. You are going to love this final installment of the Midlife in Aura Cove series!
Available at the end of July. Pre-order now to be a first listener.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The book is now in the capable hands of my talented alpha readers. I love the way it all came together and Peregrine's antics are especially hilarious. You are going to enjoy this second installment.
Currently Reading: Say You'll Remember Me
Great banter with characters you will fall in love with. I don't read or enjoy a lot of romance, but this one is as close to perfect as you can get.
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June 15, 2025
The TMI: June 15, 2025
I’m beyond thrilled to share that When Wren Came Out has been selected by Barnes & Noble for their Love Without Limits: Pride 2025 collection! Out of millions of titles, they chose my story, and I couldn’t be more honored.
This book is a heartfelt journey through identity, acceptance, and unconditional love. Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, an ally, or someone navigating tradition while learning to love more fully, When Wren Came Out was written with you in mind.
Thank you, Barnes & Noble, for celebrating stories that matter.
Nevermore: EARLY RELEASE!
A break-in, a lightning strike, and now she’s stuck in the past with a bossy parrot. Midlife just got a time-travel twist.
Read now—2 weeks before you can get it on Amazon and other retailers! Peregrine, the African Grey Parrot, steals the show.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The second draft will be finished this week and I am eagerly anticipating what my alpha readers have to say about it. Cover design is up next and I have some great ideas to share with the designer.
Currently Reading: Back After This
Cecily Foster is a sharp-witted podcaster nursing a bruised heart after a messy breakup. When her job (and the future of her podcast company) are on the line, she reluctantly agrees to become the star of a reality dating podcast. I didn’t expect to find so much insight tucked into the final chapters. It's surprisingly heartfelt, refreshingly real, and the perfect beach read.
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June 8, 2025
The TMI: June 8, 2025
I'm thrilled to share they've chose this midlife time traveling adventure as a Top Indie Favorite. Grab your copy and escape into this new fantasy fiction series today.
Flash of Love is coming to Audio in July!We are hard at work on the final audiobook in the Midlife in Aura Cove series. CJ Locks' performance will knock your socks off as she breathes life into this final book in the series. You won't want to miss it.
Available at the end of July. Pre-order now to be a first listener.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The second draft is coming together beautifully, and I’ve got a few surprises and twists up my sleeve. Peregrine is quickly becoming one of my all-time favorite characters to write.
Currently Reading: That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect with a title like That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon, but I quickly realized that this quirky, chaotic world just isn’t for me. I’ve been exploring popular titles in the romantic fantasy genre as part of my research for a potential series set in Aura Cove, and this one popped up among the bestsellers. While the over-the-top smut and humor might work for some, it missed the mark for me. And that’s okay.
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June 1, 2025
The TMI: June 1, 2025
A break-in, a lightning strike, and now she’s stuck in the past with a bossy parrot. Midlife just got a time-travel twist.
Read now—30 days before you can get it on Amazon and other retailers! Peregrine, the African Grey Parrot, steals the show.
New Audiobook Coming Soon! Flash of LoveWe are hard at work on the final audiobook in the Midlife in Aura Cove series. CJ Locks' performance will knock your socks off as she breathes life into this final book in the series. You won't want to miss it.
Available at the end of July. Pre-order now to be a first listener.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!I just began the second draft process this week, and then it goes to my alpha readers, who give me valuable insights before I start the final drafting process. In it, Neve travels to 1976 and meets Dr. Elaine Feldman, a neurodivergent research scientist with a personal passion for cancer treatment. You are going to love this one! Look for a cover reveal in JULY!
Currently Reading: A Midnight Feast
The Midnight Feast is the first book I’ve read by Lucy Foley, and it won’t be the last. She delivers a tightly woven thriller with compelling characters. The final 90 minutes of the audiobook were a wild ride that kept me fully hooked.
Celebrating Pride Month with When Wren Came OutHow do you accept your child's authentic identity when it goes against everything you’ve always believed in?Traditional Army wife, Theresa Churchill, spent years shuffling her family from post to post. She was relieved when her husband retired and they finally put down roots in a picket-fence and apple pie Minnesota town.
Theresa is thrilled to see her daughter, Wren, settling in and making friends, but, gradually, she begins to worry that Wren’s feelings for her classmate go beyond friendship. An undeniable transformation is taking place that Theresa cannot ignore, forcing her to grapple with her own convictions and demanding that she navigate the widening divide between her conservative husband and queer child, threatening to tear her family apart piece by piece.
Theresa must embark on a journey from fear and confusion to unconditional love acceptance, to find the courage she needs to give her child the freedom to love everyone needs and deserves.
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May 25, 2025
The TMI: May 25, 2025
It’s here! I just received the very first box of Nevermore from my publisher. It is Book One in my brand-new midlife fantasy series, Aura Cove Temporal Traveler.
Want to get your hands on it before anyone else? The only place to grab an early copy is right here, exclusively on my website. It will be available worldwide on July 1st.
Order today and start the adventure!
New Audiobook! In A FlashReturn to the enchanting world of Aura Cove, where Karma always has the final say.
The fifth electrifying audio installment in the Midlife in Aura Cove series is here! CJ Locks is back with her brilliant narration, breathing life into every twist, spell, and secret.
Available now! Listen today and get swept into the magic!
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!I'm officially two-thirds of the way through the first draft, and I can already tell you, you’re going to fall in love with this book.
If you’ve ever wished for a second chance or a do-over in life, this twisty midlife time-travel adventure is going to be right up your alley.
You are going to LOVE Peregrine the African Grey Parrot. He’s got the charm and sass of an avian Tom Ellis and steals every scene he's in. The cover will be revealed in July!
Currently Reading: The Many Lives of Mama Love
Addiction has touched my life, and this memoir hit me straight in the heart. The Many Lives of Mama Love is a raw, unflinching story of descent and redemption, a testament to how far one life can spiral into darkness and still rise to unimaginable heights. If you read Scotland with a Stranger or simply love a memoir that grabs you by the soul, this one’s for you.
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May 18, 2025
The TMI: May 18, 2025
Be among the very first to dive into this exciting new adventure. Nevermore: Aura Cove Temporal Traveler Series Book 1! Orders placed here get EXCLUSIVE EARLY ACCESS! 30 days before you can get it at any retailer. Get ready for the official unboxing video this week.
Check out CHAPTER ONE Here.
New Audiobook Coming May 25thOnly 7 Days to Go! Get ready to return to the enchanting world of Aura Cove, where Karma rules. CJ Locks returns with her brilliant narration, bringing every twist, spell, and secret to life in this electrifying 5th installment from the Midlife in Aura Cove Series.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!The drafting process is moving along smoothly as I dive into book two of the series! I'm currently fleshing out the next chapter in the journey, picking up with Nevermore and Peregrine where we left off and I can't wait to share where their story goes next.
Currently Reading: Happy Place If you're in the mood for a light, romantic beach read, Happy Place by Emily Henry is the perfect pick. With heart, humor, and characters that are easy to love, it’s an effortless escape you won’t want to put down.
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May 11, 2025
The TMI: May 11, 2025
Time is running out...literally! You’ve got just 24 hours left to pre-order Nevermore: Aura Cove Temporal Traveler Series Book 1 and be among the very first to dive into this exciting new adventure.
If you loved the Midlife in Aura Cove series, you're in for a treat. One of my favorite characters from that world is back for a cameo you won’t want to miss. But this story? It's a whole new twist, think time travel, a sharp-witted, neurodivergent heroine, and an opinionated parrot who might just steal the show.
Trust me, you don’t want to miss what’s coming to Aura Cove this Summer!
Check out CHAPTER ONE Here.
It’s been a couple weeks full of doctor appointments, follow-ups, and surprisingly good news.
Currently Writing: Never Lose Hope Book Two in the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler series!Get ready for disco balls, platform shoes, and shag carpeting—Neve and Perry are headed back to the 1970's for another top-secret mercury in retrograde mission. Coming January 2026!Currently Reading: We Begin at the EndDuchess Day Radley is a fierce and unforgettable 13-year-old who will steal your heart from the very first page. This book is a raw, emotional journey filled with imperfect characters doing their best to survive in a world bent on destroying them.
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