October 2026
The Line Edit, or: Interrogating My Own Prose
The structure held, so now every sentence goes under the lamp. A dispatch from the line edit of The People You Trust sequel — featuring Exhibit A, a paragraph shown ten revisions apart, and the debut of Deleted, With Cause, where cut lines face the charges they earned. First defendant: a cop who testified. Read more HERE.
September 2026
So Now I Have to Edit It: A Millstone Falls Book 2 Dispatch.
The People You Trust is barely out the door, and I’m already back in town — editing Millstone Falls Book 2, which mostly means reading my own manuscript like a stranger who suspects the author of something. A dispatch on structural edits, sagging middles, and the strange new experience of working while readers watch. First in an ongoing series from inside the edit. Read more here.
April 2025
Wanted: Literary Agent that Gets My Vibe.
Agony, obsession, invisible effort — all part of the querying process. This month, I’m polishing every word until it shines (or drives me slightly mad). My vibe? Getting it right. Read more here.
March 2025
I Sent Free Books. One Came Back for Sale.
An ARC reviewer resold my signed book instead of reading it. A cautionary tale of book tours, free books, and hard lessons in marketing. Read more here.
February 2025
Writing as a Business: The Truth About Success, Money, and Staying the Course
Writing isn’t just an art — it’s a business. In this post, I explore the realities of creative success, the financial side of writing, and why persistence matters in the long game of publishing. Read more here.
January 2025
Embracing 2025: A Year of Change, Creativity, and New Beginnings
Exploring 2025’s creative energy, the Year of the Wood Snake, and quiet progress in writing. A reflection on transformation, patience, and the journey ahead. Read more here.
December 2024
Reflecting on 2024: Gratitude and New Stories
Another year is nearly complete, and as always, I find myself wondering where the time went. Read more here.
August 2024
Surviving the Summer Sizzle: Top Thrillers to Read in a Heatwave
Suspense-filled books that promise to cool you down and keep you captivated through the long, sweltering days.
July 2024
Crafting a Good Story: From Concept to Capturing Imaginations
The journey of crafting a compelling story — literary influences, writing techniques, and the process behind psychological thrillers and horror novels.