And we’re back. We had lovely family vacay! Here’s a recap. Friday got off to a rocky start. I needed to get new tires before we left. By the time my truck was loaded and ready, it was 2 pm. Balls! We hit evil LA traffic and arrived late in Buellton CA. Motel 6, baby. [...]

Mr. S finally got some time off work, yay! We’re headed north to the Santa Barbara area for a mix of beach camping and hotel lounging. It’s going to be so fun OMG. And I have so much packing and preparing to do in the next 24 hours!! I will be offline for this weekend [...]

Hello All! I’ve had an exciting summer so far, including but not limited to: 1. Super secret project 2. Steamy hot covers 3. Chapters written, almost ready to submit! Most of my time has been spent with my girls, who are out of school and running me ragged. Mr. S is no help as he’s [...]

O.M.G. Here’s the back cover copy, if you can peel your eyes away from that image to read it: As the owner of a flourishing Latin American crafts boutique, Karina Strauss should be basking in her success. Instead she’s worried about her troubled sister, the girlfriend—and prisoner—of drug lord Carlos Moreno. Kari wants no part [...]

We’re going to see the fireworks later. Have a great one!!

The winner of Stranded With Her Ex is #3 Diana! The Edge of Night goes to #6 Janet W. Thanks for entering! Tweet me or send your info via the contact page. I’ve been thinking about my favorite summer romances. I’m a big fan of seaside settings and beach scenes. Paradise Rules by Beth Kery, [...]

It’s Pride Week at Dear Author! We’re celebrating all the gay with reviews, interviews, and giveaways. Check out my group interview on character authenticity and my A review of Laura Goode’s fantastic YA debut novel, Sister Mischief.

Summer is here! Woo!! The kids are on break and I’m praying that my hubby gets some time off work so we can go on a VACATION. I need a VACATION. 1. I’m thinking about doing a newsletter. How do you feel about newsletters? 2. My books page is full of New Stuff. You can [...]

Last night I was lying awake, remembering the movies I used to love as a tween. I have episodes of insomnia when I’m in plotting mode and I’ve come to accept this as part of my writing process. I’m about to start a new project! Not sure how that ties in with 80s summer movies. [...]

Hello all! Just a quick post with some links: My friend HelenKay is giving away a copy of THE EDGE OF NIGHT at her blog. Thanks HK! All About Romance named STRANDED WITH HER EX a Desert Isle Keeper! Reviews like this don’t come along often and I’m truly honored. I’m trying to do a [...]