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Okay, so my post has nothing to do with cute puppies, but c’mon! Look at that face!I am excited to announce that I will be participating in Romance Author Day at the Anaheim Central Library  on Saturday, April 22, 2017. I’ll be promoting my debut novel, Water Lily. If you’re in the area, I’d love to Read More …

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When I thought of this scene in Water Lily, I imagined a hearty stew that would be enjoyed by weary travelers. I personally love beef stew that has simmered for hours in the crock pot-yum! But Cam was expecting his friend to arrive, and as we all know, Aiden is a vegetarian. “Stew!” Cam exclaimed, Read More …

 My family is crazy over blueberries. My husband loves them sprinkled in his cereal, oatmeal—even in his yogurt. My son loves to eat them frozen right out of the freezer until his fingers are a lovely shade of purple. I just eat them fresh from the carton. With me, they rarely survive long enough to Read More …

Hey Everybody!Just wanted to share something FUN that happened over the weekend.My son, niece, and myself follow GRAV3YARDGIRL on YOUTUBE. We especially love her “Does This Thing Really Work?” videos. In these, she tests out As Seen on TV products. She’s funny and a positive presence on the interwebs =)Anyhoo, we sent her a fan Read More …

Bonnie’s Honey Granola Bars We don’t meet Bonnie directly in Water Lily. She is Thomas’ wife, and we know that HE doesn’t particularly like Aiden. Bonnie obviously doesn’t feel the same way because she made Aiden one of his favorite snacks, honey granola bars. As a side note, you must remember that Aiden is a Read More …

 There are some great food references in my novel, Water Lily. So much of my life and personal memories revolve around food and meals shared with family and friends. This is true for so many of us. The meals mentioned in my novel are based upon real recipes from my family.I thought it would be Read More …

 My Twisted Fairytales Coloring Book is finally here!Twisted Fairytales is a coloring book for weird adults and kids. Over 30 hand-drawn original illustrations feature some of your favorite storybook characters that have had, well, accidents.Each twisted brain and intestine is an ACTUAL MAZE! Let the ladybug show you where to start. A few extra complicated Read More …

  Hello Readers! I’ve had a fun summer, going on road trips and spending time with family. Now it’s time to get back into the groove of “normal life.” You know, the real world, the one that involves deadlines and responsibility. I’m ready. Well, pretty much. After publishing my debut novel, Water Lily, I needed Read More …