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How I Structure My Stories, Part 1: The First Chapter

Hey, folks! Today, I’m starting a new series about structure! When I first learned of outlining and story structure, I jumped into learning all I could about it, specifically, utilizing K.M. Weiland’s formula. Nowadays, ten years later, I just jot down some notes and basically pants my stories at this point. But, they do still … Continue reading How I Structure My Stories, Part 1: The First Chapter

Beyond The Bookery’s Mega Spring Fling Giveaway!

Hey, everyone! I’m excited to announce that Beyond The Bookery is throwing a giveaway! I’m especially excited to announce that Faithful & Just, the first episode to my Arrows series, is a part of it! The giveaway runs from today, the 20th, through Tuesday the 25th, and you can enter it HERE!

Snippet Saturday

Good morning! Today, I’m posting a snippet from one of my current WIPs, Sunflowers Under The Harvest Moon, which takes place from April to October of 1995! It’s also the second full-length story in the Jonathan & Nicki set of The Woodsman’s Legacy series, which I’m writing zig-zaggedy. Anyway, enjoy!

February Results, March Plans, & A Cover Reveal

Hello, everyone! Finally getting around to Like, sure, I got For Better or For Worse published on its own, but as far as His Girl Laverne and Sweeter Than Wine go? *crickets* Instead, I kind of, sort of, dipped my toes back into Sunflowers Under The Harvest Moon – and now I think I might … Continue reading February Results, March Plans, & A Cover Reveal

COVER REVEAL: The Years I Lost by Kristina Hall

Hey, everyone! I’ve got a cover reveal today for y’all! Firstly, as always, the blurb: After waking up in an abandoned building and having no memory of how she got there or who she is, Sadie goes on the run. She might not know anything about the last thirty-something years of her life, but she … Continue reading COVER REVEAL: The Years I Lost by Kristina Hall

The Romance Collab Continues + Giveaway Winner

Hey, all! I’ve got two announcements today – Firstly, the next post in my collab with Kellyn Roth is up over on her blog, entitled “Why ‘You Complete Me’ Is Nonsense.” Secondly, the winner of last week’s giveaway is… Cate V.! Congratulations, Cate! I’ll be getting in touch with you soon!

For Better or For Worse Is Now Released!

Also: Today is the last day for the giveaway!

Romance In My WIP Blog Tag

It’s that time of year again, when couples either do or don’t do something special whilst us singles are over here eating chocolate by ourselves…okay, but seriously, being single is a gift just like marriage. And I know I ought to be content with my singleness, but honestly, it’s hard sometimes. It’s fun to be … Continue reading Romance In My WIP Blog Tag

Upcoming Release, Valentine’s Day Freebies, & More!

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, folks, and with it, I’m going to be re-publishing For Better or For Worse, my story in the Tell Me You Love Me anthology* (hosted by Grace. A. Johnson). Like with To Love & To Cherish, I gave it an overall polish and an epilogue. I also realized a … Continue reading Upcoming Release, Valentine’s Day Freebies, & More!

Forced Vs. Organic Romance

Hello again, folks! Hannah here introducing you all to the next post in this romance collaboration with Kellyn Roth.  The posts in question:  Why Last Minute Romance Cheats Readers – Part I  Why Last Minute Romance Cheats Readers – Part II: Myths & Facts  Forced vs. Organic Romance (⇦ you are here) Why ‘You Complete … Continue reading Forced Vs. Organic Romance