The TMI: Nov 3, 2024
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Nevermore: Starts with a Bang! (Literally)
Enjoy this exclusive first draft (unedited, be gentle ;) ) excerpt from book one of my new series, Nevermore.
"Buckshot. It is excruciatingly painful when it rips through your torso. First is the impact that sends you sprawling and into shock, then the pellets scatter their hellfire through your body. They are like a thousand little stabs ushering in a wall of agony. Your blood rushes through your fingers first warm and wet, a sensation that is not altogether off-putting as it blooms a crimson stain through your clothing. It’s kind of beautiful and oddly satisfying to watch the sea of red slowly claiming inch by inch of your cotton t-shirt.
My downfall was underestimating a little old lady. Technically, little wasn’t accurate either. For an obese woman over seventy, Sheila was surprisingly spry and moved through her cluttered home with the silent stalk of a feline.
Sheila was a good shot, I’ll give her that. On second thought, maybe that is giving her a tinge too much credit. After all, with a shotgun all you have to do is point in the right direction and hope for the best."
Pre-order your copy for July 2025 delivery here.
BIG NEWS! The Full Series of Midlife in Aura is coming to Audio!
I’m taking the leap and going all in on myself. After much deliberation, I turned down the publisher's offer and committed to producing my audiobook series independently. It’s the biggest investment I've ever made in my business, and I won’t lie—it's terrifying.
To make it happen, I’m cutting expenses to the bone, planning a modest Christmas, and picking up extra shifts at my part-time job. I believe it will all be worth it in the end, but right now, your girl is in the corner shaking and second guessing.
Here's where you can help. Subscribe to my YouTube channel. You’ll help me get closer to the 1,000-subscriber milestone needed for monetization. Once monetized, I can start earning ad revenue that will go directly toward funding my audiobook production.
To kick things off, I’m sharing chapters of Hawt Flash on YouTube, chapter by chapter. Not only will you get early access to the audio, but you'll be part of this journey in a way that truly makes a difference.
The first two parts are ready and waiting for you, with Part 3 going live tonight at 7 p.m. CST. Don’t miss out!
The Perfect Gift for a Magical Mom or Fantasy Lover!
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The Midlife in Aura Cove Complete Series is the ultimate escape into a world where women over 50 discover their own power and embrace life’s second act with humor and heart. Whether it's for a mom, grandma, or your favorite mother-in-law, this collection will enchant any fantasy reader!
Currently Reading: Remarkably Bright Creatures
This heartwarming, delightful read is just what you need right now. Reminiscent of Fredrik Backman’s writing style, it follows an unlikely friendship between a cleaning lady and a brilliant, aging octopus named Marcellus. Their bond transforms both their lives in unexpected ways. If possible, listen to the audiobook—the voice actor for Marcellus brings his character vividly to life.
The Weekly Gift Card Winner is: Tracy Wendlow
P.S. I Need Your Help!
You can write as much or as little as you want and I would be forever in your debt!
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