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Guest Blogger – Finn …AKA Chief Judgy Face—Or Upper Management (Depending On Who You Ask)
I’m Finn, the in-house critic and all-around alarm system for the perils of everyday life at the Brownstone home—perils like birds, squirrels, thunder, fireworks, flies, and salamanders. Yes, I’m small. Yes, I’m cute. But don’t be fooled—I run this place with a...
Confessions of a Tech-Challenged Mystery Author
Some seasons of life move slowly, and others seem to race ahead. This summer has definitely been the second kind for me. With October drawing closer each day, I wanted to pause and share an update on how things are taking shape. Publishing a book often looks neat and...
Mystery, Mischief, & Mayhem
I wasn’t planning to write again so soon. Originally, this was going to be part of the July 5th post, but that one turned into a lot—emotionally and also lengthwise (I was this close to adding a table of contents)—and by the end of it, there just wasn’t room to pivot...
The Cover Reveal…Finally
I know what you’re thinking—three posts in four days? Who is this woman? Don’t worry, this post is short enough to read before your toast pops up. The truth is, as I was looking back over my previous posts, I realized something important: although we chatted about the...
The Plot Twist No One Expected
The Plot Twist No One Expected Hello, friends. It’s been a while since I last posted. A lot has happened since February. Life has thrown a mix of challenges and blessings my way, and to be honest, I’m still sorting through some of it. Sometimes our stories shift...
Somewhere Between Cookies & Carnage: My Book Cover Journey
I’m excited to share an update on Whispers of Kith and Kin! As this journey continues, I’ve reached a step that’s proving trickier than I imagined: choosing the cover. I’ve been looking forward to this part, but much like writing—where plots take unexpected...
Seasons of Growth: Updates on Whispers of Kith and Kin
The snow and ice are finally beginning to melt outside my window. The thaw is a welcome sign that the world is slowly returning to life after the icy chaos of the past couple weeks. Though winter is far from over, and the chill still lingers, I know that change is...
Meet My friend, Elsie
I’m so excited to introduce you to my good friend, Elsie McKenney, the incredible author behind Eve’s Covering, a twisty YA thriller that will have you reading late into the night. This isn’t just any thriller, though—Eve’s Covering is the 2023 Readers’ Favorite Gold...
A Season of Edits ahead: Gearing Up for Fall 2025 Release
A lot has happened over the past few weeks, and I'm excited to share some updates! My amazing Beta readers have finished their feedback, and I'm thrilled (and more than a little bit relieved) to report that it’s all been positive—no bribing involved, I promise! I've...
