Every once in a while, I'm totally allowed to have a month where I not only complete EVERYTHING on my list of goals, but also exceed it! (Mostly because sometimes I forget things when I'm writing up the list of goals, but I'm going to take the win anyway.) June Wrap-Up Steel Time was officially … Continue reading June Wrap-Up & July Goals
Con Report: In Your Write Mind 2017
Last night, I got home from one of my favorite trips every year. In Your Write Mind is a writer's workshop/conference hosted by Seton Hill University, as an offshoot of their Writing Popular Fiction graduate program. (Basically, the graduates wanted an excuse to come back every year, so we created one.) The workshop is open … Continue reading Con Report: In Your Write Mind 2017
Author Interview with Sara Dobie Bauer
Earlier this month, I reviewed a fantastic paranormal romance called Bite Somebody, which was equal parts adorable and hilarious. Tomorrow, the sequel comes out! To celebrate, I'm interviewing author Sara Dobie Bauer today, but be sure to check back here tomorrow for my review of Bite Somebody Else, which is currently available for pre-order. ABOUT THE … Continue reading Author Interview with Sara Dobie Bauer
FINAL CALL for Steel Blood blog tour volunteers!
I'm starting to work on the final details for the celebration of Steel Empires Book 3 on July 19, so this is your last chance to be part of the party! Thank you very much to everyone who has signed up so far. I will start pulling together the final schedule and contacting everyone within … Continue reading FINAL CALL for Steel Blood blog tour volunteers!
Special Mid-Month Update!
I come bearing excellent news! But first, a little bit of background. After Steel Victory was accepted for publication and I received my publisher's blessing to create a series with that world, I gave myself a goal. The next book in the series would be delivered to my editor by the time the previous novel was published. … Continue reading Special Mid-Month Update!
May Wrap-Up & June Goals
No matter how many things I crossed off the list this past month, my to-do list keeps getting longer. Since I'm at the point where I'm doing work (writing blog posts) to take a break from doing other work (line edits on Steel Time), let's jump right in. May Wrap-Up I have printed out a copy … Continue reading May Wrap-Up & June Goals
Author Interview with Casey Matthews
Today, I'm happy to introduce you to an author writes books that look like the daydream that every qualified nerd has had once upon a time. Check out the Pygmalion Fail series by Casey Matthews and take a short peek into this particular nerd's brain! ABOUT THE BOOKS The Accidental God (Book 1): The world of … Continue reading Author Interview with Casey Matthews
April Wrap-Up & May Goals
You know that saying, about how the best way to get something done is to ask a busy person? Yeah, apparently I need to be that busy person. Did I get everything done that I set out to do this month? Nope. But I did a bunch of other cool things, like see my little … Continue reading April Wrap-Up & May Goals
STEEL BLOOD cover reveal contest announced!
The amazing cover artist for the Steel Empires series, Brad Sharp, did such a fantastic (fang-tastic?) job on the cover for Steel Blood that my publishers and I couldn't decide between them! So we're leaving it up to all of you with a vote. Head over to Raw Dog Screaming Press' website to choose your favorite … Continue reading STEEL BLOOD cover reveal contest announced!
March Wrap-Up & April Goals
I'm having one of those awkward moments where I feel like I got absolutely nothing accomplished all month, even though I still managed a lot. Perhaps it's because everything that did happen was all toward the first 2/3 of the month (such as trips to Ohio for Cleveland ConCoction and New York City for the … Continue reading March Wrap-Up & April Goals
Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2017
This past weekend I was honored to be invited to return to Cleveland ConCoction! I had such a great time in 2016 that I accepted eagerly. It's one of my favorite conventions in terms of how authors are treated, by both the con and attendees. I had a great weekend of book sales, catching up … Continue reading Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2017
Author Interview with Jennifer Loring
Late last year I had the pleasure of reading and reviewing a novella for a holiday anthology, "No One on Earth" (part of Starstruck Holidays). Today, I'm happy to revisit this sexy speculative fiction story through an interview with author Jennifer Loring. ABOUT THE BOOK Jon, a psychic since childhood, has never felt at home in … Continue reading Author Interview with Jennifer Loring
February Wrap-Up & March Goals
Whew, this month flew by (and not just because February is a short month). While things continue to be rough and stressful in the larger scheme of things, I'm pleased with what I accomplished in my own small corner of the world, and I'm looking forward to whatever is next. I'd also like to take … Continue reading February Wrap-Up & March Goals
Author Interview with Anna Zabo
As part of the Daily Grind blog tour, I'm pleased to sit down with author Anna Zabo to talk writing, coffee, and fashion! ABOUT THE BOOK A man discovers that love can show up when you least expect it—and in a much different form—in this piping-hot romance from the author of Due Diligence and Just … Continue reading Author Interview with Anna Zabo
Author Interview with Lew McIntyre
Today I'm happy to feature an interview with debut novelist Lew McIntyre. Besides my usual desire to support indie writers, I was intrigued by the unique premise of this historical novel and had to know more. ABOUT THE BOOK The Eagle and the Dragon takes the reader on an epic journey of thousands of miles … Continue reading Author Interview with Lew McIntyre
Holiday Romance Special Part 2: Victory & Mikelos
As promised, the husband and I shared a delicious meal of Indian food in front of the TV last night to celebrate Valentine's Day. We watched another few episodes of The Grand Tour and then went to bed early. Today actually marks 8 years since we officially started dating! Not because of the holiday, but … Continue reading Holiday Romance Special Part 2: Victory & Mikelos
Holiday Romance Special Part 1: Kane & Archer
I've been happily married for a few years, and while I could wax poetic about my amazing husband, when it comes to real life, we're not the most romantic couple. He doesn't work on Mondays, so our Valentine's Day plan is to get some take-out Indian food and catch up on the DVR tonight. Honestly, … Continue reading Holiday Romance Special Part 1: Kane & Archer
Con Report: AWP 2017
I had a great time yesterday spending the day at the Raw Dog Screaming Press booth at AWP 2017 in Washington, DC. While my official book signing time was from 1-3 PM, I ended up enjoying a full day chatting with people who stopped by, answering questions about the press, and talking about my books and … Continue reading Con Report: AWP 2017
January Wrap-Up & February Goals
I had a very good, low-key January that also included some major news and accomplishments. First of all, I'm excited to announce that Steel Empires #3: Steel Blood will be released July 2017 from Raw Dog Screaming Press, along with a full slate of other amazing books. Want to know what Victory has been up to … Continue reading January Wrap-Up & February Goals
Book 4 is DONE (sort of)
That's actually a lie. The first draft of book 4 of the Steel Empires series, Steel Time, is done. There's still a ton of work for me to do, including cutting at least 10,000 words of length, but I can't fix what doesn't exist. And now it definitely exists. It's been a crazy year: worldwide, in my … Continue reading Book 4 is DONE (sort of)