Frankie & Harry Say "I Do" in Flash of Love—And It's 100% Their Style.

“By the power vested in me, by the great state of Nevada,” drawled with a southern twang from the lips of a chubby Elvis, startling Katie from her spiraling thoughts. She’d barely registered a word from Frankie and Harry’s quickie wedding ceremony after being introduced to Harry’s mother, Rose, a few minutes prior. With one brief brush, Karma delivered her next unexpected assignment. Katie’s latest rebalance involved finding Harry’s twin sister, Jessica, who’d been abducted when they were only seven.   

The delightfully tacky wedding chapel where they’d all gathered on the first of April was wedged between an In and Out Burger and a pawn shop a few blocks off the Las Vegas strip. Inside, the center aisle had been lined in green astroturf, and a collection of dusty, silk flowers balanced precariously from a rickety brass arch behind a polyester and rhinestone-clad Elvis.

“You may now kiss…” Elvis’s words were cut off as Harry took matters into his own hands, dramatically sweeping Frankie into his arms and dipping her to the ground before planting an enthusiastic kiss on her lips.

A raucous EDM rendition of The Wedding March pulsed through crackling speakers, drowning out the smattering of applause. It vibrated off every surface of the chapel as an exuberant light show transformed the space into a kaleidoscope of dancing colors. On cue, two older women adorned with sequined jackets and jaunty pillbox hats, their lips painted a garish red, materialized on either side of the couple. With the precision of trained marksmen, they launched a full-scale floral assault at Frankie and Harry, smacking them in the face with silk flowers that fluttered down like confetti. Several petals clung to Frankie’s bare skin as the photographer stepped forward to snap the first photos of the newly married couple.

Strobe-like flashes from the relentless light show punctuated each snap of his camera, adding to the dizzying spectacle. Frankie and Harry, intoxicated with joy and adrenaline, cheesed to the camera with exaggerated grins and playful poses, their laughter echoing above the booming music.

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Hawt Flash on Audio

Production on Hawt Flash is officially 2/3's complete! This project has truly been a labor of love, with my mornings spent in the recording booth and my nights devoted to mixing on my laptop. I can’t wait to share it with you—especially for those who are visually impaired, have difficulty reading, or simply love immersing themselves in an audiobook experience.

LISTEN TO THE FIRST SEVERAL CHAPTERS HERE.

Currently Reading: The Sentence

This book begins with a strong, engaging premise but gradually settles into a more everyday rhythm, enhanced by its fascinating Indigenous characters. The plot is an unusual mix, weaving together elements like a haunted bookstore, the COVID pandemic, and the impact of George Floyd’s death. Though at times slow-moving, the story is punctuated with moments of brilliance that make it well worth the read. It’s a unique narrative blend that, while unconventional, shines through with creative sparks and compelling characters.

Currently Writing: The Outline for the Aura Cove Temporal Traveler Series

When crafting a series with intricate characters and complex timelines, a lot of pre-planning and plotting is essential. This upcoming series is shaping up to be my best work yet, and I’m beyond excited to dive into the drafting process next month. But before that, I need a rock-solid outline—without one, it's all too easy to get tangled in the details and lose sight of the bigger picture!

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