I’ve been part of Dora Hiers’ reader group since before I was a published author. I don’t recall exactly how we connected—probably through a recommendation in another author newsletter I follow—but I’m so glad I found her and her books (and yes, I’ve reviewed quite a few!). We live on opposite sides of the world, […]
Earlier this month, I battled a rather annoying lurgy that sapped my energy and stuffed my head with so much congestion I could barely sleep for several nights in a row. Not the most delightful way to kick off the post–Term 1 school holidays. My grand plans to tackle Mount Washmore and get some solid […]
People’s accents have fascinated me for as long as I can remember. As one of those “odd duck” kids, I’d mimic different accents—usually well enough not to offend the owner of said accent. I was pretty decent at imitating international cricket commentators, actors from my favourite British TV shows, and (during one interesting phase of […]
I’m a self-professed Becky Wade fan. I gushed about her writing last year when I reviewed the first two books in her Sons of Scandal contemporary romance series. (If you’re unfamiliar with these wonderful stories, see my reviews here.) So, imagine my joy when I was blessed with an advanced copy of the series’ last […]
Late last year, Joni Boyd from The Hope Book Club contacted me about Punctured Heart. We met at the 2024 Omega Writers Conference in September, so I was delighted to reconnect with her. I had fun sharing answers to Joni’s questions and retrieving memories from when I wrote my debut. (Can you believe it’s been over […]
Merry Christmas, beautiful readers! It’s been a busy time in our household, but with only a few days until we say goodbye to 2024, I thought you could squish in a few more Christmas romances…! 12 Days of Mistletoe by Jen Atkinson is an enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy. Bonnie and Elliot’s fake dating romance is filled […]
