Posts Tagged ‘A Father’s Vow’
New month, new opportunities: holiday housekeeping
Happy November! In today’s post, I’m doing a little holiday housekeeping by offering a sneak peek on what to expect in this month’s newsletter—from a new release giveaway by author Tina Radcliffe—who I’ve fangirled over for more than a decade now—to a festive Thanksgiving-themed downloadable for the whole family, to a tasty holiday recipe you…
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A year-round taste of fall: low-carb pumpkin protein muffins
In my debut novel—A FATHER’S VOW—my heroine in Northern Arizona’s fictional Sweetwater, veterinarian Doc Wells, prepares her perfectly sweet whole wheat cornbread for Thanksgiving (the recipe is in the back of my book). On a return trip to Sweetwater, Annie Greene, the resident baker and heroine in my next novel—THE FIRE CHIEF’S SURPRISE (July 2025*)—runs…
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Hope deferred is not hope denied: good things come to those who wait
This summer, I’ve been busy writing proposals for a Guideposts’ imprint, submitting short stories to Woman’s World, and plotting a third Harlequin Love Inspired novel. In addition, I’m revising my second book under contract! THE FIRE CHIEF’S SURPRISE, a July 2025 release, has been more than a year in the making, my hopes deferred along…
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What happens in the kitchen: best kept secrets
When I was a little girl, my mom “tricked” me into eating her zucchini crisp by letting me think the (abnormally long) fruit slices were thinly sliced apples. And while the dessert tasted good, I couldn’t eat more once I learned the truth. Which proves that some secrets are best kept to ourselves—especially when they…
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Putting yourself out there: on the other side of self-doubt
Around the time my Harlequin Love Inspired debut novel—A FATHER’S VOW—released in April 2024, I’d heard about dozens of writing contests available for authors. At the time, I sat back and cheered on my fellow writers as they proceeded to walk away as finalists and award winners, while I was paralyzed by self-doubt. Once I…
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Better late than never: pursuing our dreams
I consider myself a “late bloomer” as it pertains to chasing my dream of becoming a published author. Since I was a little girl, however, I’ve wanted to be a writer. I finally pursued this dream seriously when I returned to school in my mid-40s and earned my B.A. in literature, writing & film, followed…
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Showing up to the party: it’s a book birthday!
Today I’m thrilled to celebrate the launch of my Harlequin Love Inspired debut novel, A FATHER’S VOW—which has been 26 months in the making (see “Counting down…”)! I hope to see you on my Facebook Author Page—because what’s a party without guests? Throughout the day, I’ll be popping in with posts to introduce my new…
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Counting down: growing a book from conception to release
Have you ever wondered how long it takes to grow a book from conception to launch? In my case, it’ll be 26 months since I conceived the idea for my debut novel—“A Father’s Vow”—until its March 26 release! For a behind-the-scenes scoop, stop by to read my recent Sunday Dinner interview with author Danielle Grandinetti.…
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The launch of something new: calling all lovers of inspirational romance
With the advent of the new year still brand new, I figured what better time than to step out of my comfort zone? Although I’m new to the book launch scene, I thought it’d be fun to launch my very first influencer team for my Harlequin Love Inspired debut novel—“A Father’s Vow”—which releases March 26.…
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What you know + what you’re good at: finding your lane
I’ve read several meanings of the saying, “Stay in your lane,” but my favorite is: find your purpose and stick with what you know and what you’re good at. While “good” is an ideal I continue to strive toward, there have been many signs over the years pointing me toward my purpose—culminating in a contract…
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