How a green-skinned witch revived my muse—and the free prequels I’m giving you.…
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Writing my second book, missing the spark but moving forward.…
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Her heart races with each notification, hoping it’s him. She’s just another username in his chat, yet his fleeting interactions ignite a fire she keeps reaching for.…
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Writing my second book, I’ve hit that challenging yet exhilarating phase where the story deepens, doubts arise, and the real magic begins.…
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Bonus content from Painting Celia – exclusively for blog readers! Here’s an alternate scene from the very first page of the book.…
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My writing deserves space, and so does yours. Learn how I’m reclaiming time for creativity.…
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I’m starting book two in the Incubadora series! Kelsey takes center stage, and I can’t wait to explore her journey and share it with you.…
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Meet Maya Bairey at the Oregon State Fair on August 25th. Books, chats, and deep-fried delights await!…
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Grab a free Kindle copy of Painting Celia! Enter my Goodreads Giveaway before September 1st, 2024.…
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Painting Celia is now an audiobook! Listening to my story come to life was surreal. Now, you can experience it too—available in all formats!…
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See the photos! Celebrating the launch of Painting Celia with friends, family, and readers was a momentous and deeply moving experience.…
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Writing took me from private author to public advocate for Portland’s artists. Isn’t it amazing what art can do?…
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Feeling stuck during the pandemic, I wrote a novel to transform my life. Learn how it changed me at the launch celebration in May 2024.…
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A laugh, a lion, and a rose—a skeptic author finds insight (and humor) consulting the Tarot.…
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From perfectionist tweaks to a joyful photo shoot, my journey through self-publishing and launching my publishing imprint unfolds.…
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No battle plan survives contact with the enemy.…
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I used an AI art generator to create inspiration images of my characters. Is AI an ally or competition to artists and coders?…
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Step into the world of writing a novel, where ‘I should be editing’ is the anthem and ‘finished’ is a word always on the horizon.…
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What is color symbolism in literature? Read how the color blue takes on multiple meanings in Painting Celia.…
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In the life of a Plotter, the joy of writing plots with a spreadsheet is a game-changer.…
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