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Cozy Fantasy Meets High-Stakes Magic When I began writing Magic in the Shadows, I didn’t set out to follow a trend or chase a trope. I had the character of Fleck in mind, and I simply followed her around—meeting others as they arrived on the page. As I mentioned in my “Flow Writing” blog, “For […]
Having written the three Fleck novels, I’ve undertaken a marketing review in an effort to reach readers who will appreciate my blended genre, cozy epic-fantasy writing style. The marketing review I engaged revealed the following narrative comparison of Magic in the Shadows to contemporary works. Shadow and Bone Meets the Best of Magical Intrigue Where […]
The Fleck Series is ideal for readers who enjoy fantasies that are shaped by the choices of the heroine – evolving into epic stories driven by power struggles, ancient curses, sacrifice, and shifting alliances. The series also appeals to readers who enjoy immersive cozy fantasy worlds rich with magical creatures, balancing light-hearted whimsy with serious undertones, […]
While The Fleck Series begins with the charm and comfort of cozy fantasy, it doesn’t rest there. As the story unfolds, the series expands into the epic category—exploring themes of war, sacrifice, and power. Readers can expect a shift from enchanted forests and witty banter into scenes shaped by ancient curses, political unrest, and moral […]
I’m excited to announce the release of my leaf-lullaby children’s book, Did you see us? The inspiration for the book began on a driving holiday, with my husband, through the Okanagan in beautiful British Columbia Canada. My husband enjoys discussing English words that sound the same but have different meanings, like there, their and they’re. […]
When reflecting on writing, editing and publishing the Fleck series, I vaguely recall the early stages of revising the original rambling narrative. Now, at the beginning of editing the Corinth series, I find myself disheartened by the immature prattle of my younger self. Not to worry – I’m rewriting the blather into what I hope […]
When I first began writing, I fretted that the people I knew would read themselves into my novels asking, “Is that me?” Naturally my experiences, including relationships, influence the stories I tap-tap-tap out on my keyboard. Predominantly, the characters and scenarios in my writing emanate from my imagination and are arguably an indirect reflection of […]
Years ago, my friend Hazel suggested that the possibility for redemption is a key aspect of what it is to be human. Her devotion to that concept settled deep in my awareness and sprouted during the flow writing process – blooming as a focal concept in the Fleck series. I’ve heard it said that a […]
There may very well be as many types of writing styles as there are writers. I tend to be a flow writer rather than a formatted writer. Often, I approach the keyboard with nothing in particular to say. When my fingertips tap upon the keys, words tumble out flowing onto the page forming dialogue and […]
Writing can be a lonely endeavour. Even more so, writing can leave a person feeling exposed. In an attempt to safeguard myself from criticism my best advice to readers is, If you find yourself reading my novel and not enjoying it then please stop reading – after all, suffering is optional. My best advice to […]
While watching a show one sunny afternoon, I was introduced to the quip “Suaviter in Modo, Fortiter in re” (Gentle in Manner, Firm in Action). The words were incorporated into a large stained glass window on an elegant stone staircase. I paused the show to Google the meaning of the words. It’s intriguing how a […]
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