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THE BIG NEWS

Win a Signed Copy of Painting Celia, and Many More

Find Your Next Book Boyfriend

I’m genuinely so excited to be part of the incredible Spicy Romance Giveaway. Seeing Painting Celia alongside books by these talented authors feels a little surreal, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you. The grand prize is a beautiful stack of signed paperbacks, all packed with extras like bookmarks and stickers (yes, mine included!). There’s also a second prize of all the books in eBook format, so no matter where you are, you’ve got a chance.

This is such a fun way to celebrate stories, community, and finding books that make you feel something. I love that my readers get to be part of this—thank you for cheering me on, and good luck! I hope you win, and either way, I’m so grateful to have you here.

» Enter here before June 2

LATEST BLOG POST

Embracing Transgender Visibility in My Fiction

March 31 is the Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to celebrate and honor the vibrant lives of transgender people. It’s also a day to remember the struggles that many trans individuals face daily. I want to say to my transgender friends that I see you and love you.

For years, I’ve wanted to write a transgender character into my books. It’s a natural fit, as my stories revolve around identity and empowerment. And yet every time...

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WHAT'S MAYA BEEN UP TO?

Sabbatical Countdown

I built a slightly obsessive spreadsheet to finish my second book before my August sabbatical. If I stick to it, I’ll be wrapping up the final chapter just as the break begins.

Growing the Writing Cohort

My writing cohort has grown to eight writers, and their energy keeps me showing up to the page. There’s something about knowing we’re all in it together. Wanna join?
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The KBOO Interview

If you missed hearing me on the radio, I've got audio and a transcript for you. We covered art, healing, romance, and what it really means to write the life you want to live.

Massages for the Muse

There’s something about quieting my mind that opens up creative space. Lately, my best ideas have been arriving right there on the massage table.

DORY'S CORNER

Dory isn’t the only creature keeping busy around here lately.

The river has been full of sea lions following the spring salmon run. I've been out fishing at sunset when the weather allows, but so far, no luck. Dory watches this from the window with great indignation, wondering why I'm outside and he's not.

Sadly, Dory’s deck privileges are currently suspended, because we have a duck nesting in one of our planters. She’s incubating ten eggs (that we can count). Of course I set up a webcam, and hopefully we’ll get to watch the ducklings hatch!

Soon enough, Dory will be back to lounging on the sunny deck chairs—just as soon as the duck family safely moves along.

LET'S READ

Are you looking for a new book? Have I got some for you!

Dark and the Sword

By Beverly L. Anderson

A world without gods is about to awaken.

Avern staggers on, nearly a millennium since the gods vanished. Magic fades, tyrants rise, and dark forces gather as two great powers prepare to clash.

When a princess murders her father and strikes her sister Keiara, she awakens the soul of the Dark Phoenix—mother of the gods, and the force that could ignite Avern's fate.

Iron Rose

By Molly Briar

He'll never let me go. I'll never stop running.

They tried to make me throw my championship fight. I crushed their candidate. I knew payback was coming, but I didn’t care. I’m unbreakable.

Outnumbered and ready to fight my way out, I think I’m alone—until a familiar British voice says, “Play fair now. The lady gets to beat you, one at a time.” My one-night stand has dangerous connections, and he’ll start a war to claim me.

WILL YOU HELP ME?

If you have read (or listened!) to Painting Celia and not yet left a review, would you please write a quick one for me? Reviews are what lead other readers to the book. The most valuable places to leave one are Amazon and Goodreads.

I would be so grateful, my friends!
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