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The Forgotten Box of Memories – Flash Fiction Short Story

Flash Fiction Short Story May, 2024

The Forgotten Box of Memories

In the midst of spring cleaning, Michael found himself knee-deep in a pile of clutter and memories that accumulated over the years. His hands were covered in dust as he sorted through old photographs, letters, and trinkets that had long been forgotten. As he rummaged through the boxes in his attic, he came across a small, dusty box tucked away in a corner. Curious, he picked it up and blew off the dust, revealing a faded label t...

Fear of Rejection or Criticism as an Author

The fear of rejection and criticism is something that most people experience at some point in their lives. As an author the fear of receiving negative feedback on something we have worked hard on, can be frightening and overwhelming.

I remind myself daily that rejection and criticism are a normal part of an author’s life. No one is immune to them, and they don’t define us as authors. It is how we handle these situations that truly matters. Here are a few tips I’ve learned over the years for copi...

Ruff Justice: A Canine Cozy Mystery

Book 2 Ruff Justice: A Canine Cozy Mystery is now available in Kindle and Kindle Unlimited on Amazon. Smart dogs helping their humans solve crime.

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Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writing cozy mysteries filled with suspense, fun characters, smart animals, and maybe a bit of paranormal. Her short reads are sweet, clean, and fun.

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St. Patrick’s Day Puzzle Cozy Mystery

St. Patrick’s Day Puzzle – NEW RELEASE! Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.
It’s a St. Patrick’s Day cozy mystery with a twist. There are questions you can answer to see if you can solve the mystery before the detective.

A short read cozy mystery with a twist… There are questions you can answer to see if you can solve the mystery before the detective.
In the town of Cloverville, St. Patrick’s Day is a time for joy and celebration as the community eagerly participates in the annual hunt for t...

Canine Cozy Mystery

Barks and Clues is Book 1 in a new canine cozy mystery series about smart dogs helping their humans solve crime. Meet the canine sleuths: Digger, Dash and Daisy – the four-legged detectives who sniff out clues and lead their people to the bad guys. A fun small town whodunit cozy mystery short read.

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Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writing cozy mysteries filled with sus...

Cozy Mystery with a Twist from Author Sharon Michaels

Author Sharon Michaels has written a new cozy mystery with a twist. It’s a follow along and help the detective solve the case cozy mystery. It’s fun! It’s filled with twists and turns. It’s a keep you guessing whodunit. Enjoy the video.

When Amanda Love, the owner of the Sweet Stuff Bakery and well-known for her delicious Valentine-themed treats, mysteriously collapses and dies during the annual Valentine’s Day Ball, the townsfolk are left reeling. As the police struggle to make heads or ...

Sharon Michaels Cozy Mystery Infographic

It’s been said that a picture is worth a thousand words…
How about my Sharon Michaels cozy mystery infographic with some of my most popular releases!

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Amazon Bestselling Author Sharon Michaels has been writing and self-publishing non-fiction and fiction books for over thirty years.

Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writing cozy mysteries filled with suspense, mature characters, smart animals, a bit of paranormal and, later in life romance. Her short reads are sweet, clean, ...

New Fun Animal Cozy Mystery from Author Sharon Michaels

I’m excited to share my new fun animal cozy mystery, Planting Evidence, available on Amazon in Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

In the sleepy town of Willow Grove, where flowers bloom and secrets lurk, a delightful group of smart and sassy canines leads an unsuspecting small town on a fun animal cozy mystery adventure in Planting Evidence.

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Planting Evidence: A Cozy Canine Whodunit Short Read
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Sharon Michaels’ Author Affirmations

I am a big believer in the power of a positive mindset.

With that in mind I’ve created 10 affirmations for my author mindset.

I have a different author affirmation written prominently on my “to-do” list each week. I also repeat that affirmation to myself during the day. Working from home, sitting in front of a computer for hours, creating characters, plots and “worlds” takes a positive mindset and consistent inner motivation!

Here are my author affirmations:

1. I am a talented and capable autho...

Tabitha Clive Cozy Mystery – Author Sharon Michaels

Book 7 in the Tabitha Clive Amateur Sleuth Short Read Cozy Mystery series – Secrets, Scrapbooks, and Strawberry Shortcake
Available on Amazon in Kindle and Kindle Unlimited

When Tabitha Clive is on the case, nothing stays hidden for long.
This is a fun short read cozy mystery series that will have you guessing until the very end.

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The Tabitha Clive Cozy Mystery Series
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Amazon bestselling author Sharon Michaels loves writi...