It’s my 17th wedding anniversary tomorrow, which of course is making me think about my own personal love story. 🥰 I’ve enjoyed seeing some of my favorite romance writers put together graphics about their real-life romance tropes, so I put one together for you! When I did it, though, I realized that my story isn’t […]
Sparking Romance with Fall Traditions
Ah, fall! The air turns crisp, pumpkin spice lattes make their grand return, and the leaves transform into a vibrant tapestry of colors. It’s a season that warms the heart—literally and figuratively. But have you ever stopped to think about how this cozy season is the perfect backdrop for romance, especially in the world of […]
Books That Make Me Cry
Is there anything more powerful than a redemption story? This month I’ve been writing my next Christian hockey book, The Love Penalty (out January next year), and because I like to give my readers different types of stories so they don’t all sound the same, I figured it was time to explore some aspects of […]
RE Day-Join the Fun!
Hello lovelies! (And gentlemen!) I know you enjoyed our Back to School Bash! Which means you all are reading some awesome books written by the incredible authors of the Inspy blog. And reading is what I want to talk to you about today, but first-I just have to share-because………… Their Surprise Second Chance It’s release […]
Love in Fiction
I’m sure we’ve all seen the memes about how certain movies or stories gave us unrealistic expectations for love. I laugh at them and can sometimes agree. Some things are unrealistic. But then this year my parents celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and I heard from so many others who are about to hit 60 […]
Sunday Edition
Tropical Storm Ophelia is visiting me this weekend. I love the rain and wind (and it’s not terrible — 30, 35 miles per hour at its strongest). It’s good weather for lounging on the couch and reading. Or snuggling a boy and watching TV. Or a little of both. My boys were supposed to be […]
From Everybody Dies to Happily Ever After by Deb Kastner
Grab yourself a cup of coffee (or tea, if you prefer), sit back in a comfy chair, and let me tell you a story. Once upon a time there was a young woman, a senior in high school who dreamt of one day becoming an author. She was super stoked to have the opportunity to […]
National Love Note Day
As you might suspect, today is National Love Note Day. Since we read and write romance here, it’s a good national day to celebrate. What can be more touching than a simple love note? Whether short or long, it will leave the receiver with a wonderful feeling. The note will lighten someone’s heart. Although this […]
Reader Versus Writer: How do they experience stories differently?
What’s the difference between how a reader and a writer experience a story? This is an important question for me as a writer, because if I can understand the reader experience and what they enjoy about my stories, I can keep delivering it! I thought readers might also be curious about the how writers experience […]
About those Quirky Characters #FreeBook
Have you ever joined a new Bible Study or some other gathering when you’re told there’s about to be an ice breaker? I hear all you introverts groaning out there! 😅 Truthfully, I’ve felt the same way, and yet … those little games can help a room full of strangers start talking, and even become […]