Hello, lovely. It’s been a while. I’ve thought about writing this a few times in the recent months, but I never really knew what to say. How to say it. Maybe I still don’t. Have you ever fallen apart? My doctor described it as hearing your car make a strange sound, and turning up the… Continue reading Where has the Spoonicorn gone?
Tag: new beginnings
The Curse of the Naked Man Chest
Recently, I was email chatting with someone who is far more successful an author than I currently am. We got to talking about my covers and the comment I received was: “While they’re far from bad I do think it’s an area you might need to make improvements in. Take a look at the covers… Continue reading The Curse of the Naked Man Chest
Streamlining
Welcome to 2021! I know it’s been a while since we spoke, but new year, new start and all that, right? One of the first things I do with the new year - and I know I’m not alone - is to select a word of the year. If you don’t know what this is,… Continue reading Streamlining
Sorcery and Sandstorms Release Day
It’s here! At last! Hooray! This book has run the rollercoaster of emotions. There has been laughter. Tears. Rage. Love. But it’s here now, for you to enjoy! If you want to pick up a digital copy, this is the place to go. For those who had hard copies already on order, you’ll be hearing… Continue reading Sorcery and Sandstorms Release Day
When Things Don’t Go According To Plan
Late Friday afternoon, I got an email from Amazon saying that because I hadn’t submitted my manuscript files for Sorcery and Sandstorms, all my pre-orders were cancelled, and anyone who had signed up for a pre-order would be notified of my failure and, therefore, would not receive a copy of the book on launch day.… Continue reading When Things Don’t Go According To Plan
Sorcery and Sandstorms – The Countdown!
It’s official! Sorcery and Sandstorms, the sequel to Sorcery and Stardust, is now available for pre-order on both Amazon and Kobo stores, and will be officially released on June 22, 2020. This story picks up where Sorcery and Stardust left off, and was an absolute delight to write. When I first started this series I… Continue reading Sorcery and Sandstorms – The Countdown!
Tobias’ Spark Release Day
The day is finally here! Tobias' Spark, Book Two of the Kin Chronicles, is officially available for purchase. This next installment in the journey is an absolute roller coaster and I cannot wait for everyone to read it. Details below! Embrace the lightning... or be destroyed by the storm. With the chaotic hormones of transition… Continue reading Tobias’ Spark Release Day
Out With The Old, In With The New
Even though it’s only six or so months old, I decided to update the cover for Sorcery and Stardust. As much as I adore art, I struggle with my own, and given this was the first book cover I’d ever completed I was both proud and disappointed with the result.Proud, because I did it; disappointed… Continue reading Out With The Old, In With The New
NanoWriMo Wrap-Up
Well, that's it! November is well and truly over and with it, NanoWriMo. I'll admit now, I was pleasantly surprised at the results. I went into the project thinking 50,000 words in a month was probably doable, but it's also coming into that time of year when things start to go a little haywire -… Continue reading NanoWriMo Wrap-Up
Counting Down
Can you believe it's only five days to go until the release of Aislinn's Shadow? I am super excited to share this story with everyone at long last! If you've been watching my facebook, I shared a sneak peek of what the print version's cover will look like, but if you missed it, here it… Continue reading Counting Down
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