Paranormal romance is one of those genres that gives writers the best of both worlds. You get the emotional pull of romance, the danger and mystery of fantasy, and the freedom to create a world where anything is possible. Werewolves, vampires, witches, ghosts, fae, demons, angels, shifters, psychics, cursed bloodlines,…
Month: June 2026
Behind the Scenes: How I created my last book
My last book was a labor of learning. For many of you who may have followed my original blog (and I’ll have to see if I can find my back up posts somewhere, although I’m not holding my breath), you will remember that I was learning to write romance. Romance…
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Writers
Every writer has done it. You sit down to write, open your laptop, and promise yourself today will be productive. Then you see another writer celebrating a book deal, announcing a thousand new email subscribers, posting a perfect writing routine, or sharing a glowing review. Suddenly, your own progress feels…
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How to Build a Strong Story Idea from a Simple “What If?”
Every great story begins with a spark. Sometimes that spark is a character you cannot stop thinking about. Sometimes it is a setting, a conflict, or a strange situation that makes you wonder what would happen next. But one of the easiest and most powerful ways to find a story…
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How to Balance Writing with Work Life Without Burning Out
Balancing writing with work life can feel impossible when your calendar is already full. Between your job, family responsibilities, errands, appointments, and everyday exhaustion, writing often gets pushed to the bottom of the list. But here is the good news: you do not need eight free hours a day to…