This year in May marked 7 years since I published the novel that started me on the journey of fairy tale retellings, and 10 years since I wrote the first scene in SAVING BEAUTY. I have dreamed of having an illustrated-cover version for my books, and to offer hardcover editions. So I took the plunge and did both to celebrate this bookversary! I spent weeks between the cover art, new map, and interior feature illustrations, and also behind-the-scenes author notes. The story received a fresh edit and a few detail corrections to really make it shine. It was truly a labor of love. I hope to continue with bookversary hardcover editions for each book in the CROWN OF STARS series, on their 7 year anniversary. That means CHASING CINDERS is up next in May 2024! I've already begun on the cover for that one, and I can't wait to show it to you - it'll be epic!
WRITER'S LIFE: This is my birthday month, and I was so blessed to celebrate with my mom and brother this year. With putt-putt golf (better known as ninja golf!), ice-cream cake, movies, and the construction of my industrial pipe standing desk... finally got to put up my chalkboard calendar for tracking my daily word counts, and finished off today with under-shelf lighting to make the space bright and welcoming!
I'm a Bucky fan, and I plan to decorate my shelves between the Bucky funko I have collected and Mandalorian. Then, of course, my books; can't forget those.
Looking for a unique twist on a classic tale?? I was pleasantly surprised when a reader compared James Garren (my beast in SAVING BEAUTY) with Bucky Barnes. Though the similarities (and the name) were unintentional, I think their personalities and stories pair very well! Click the above photo to check out my Etsy bundle - which includes a signed book, art print, and a double-sided bookmark. If you are international, you can find my book on Amazon HERE.
READING: And if you are looking for a historical-fiction based Beauty and the Beast retelling, try "My Rock and My Refuge" by Rachel Kovaciny! This western fairy tale retelling is clean and wholesome and perfect for a family read; it even has some subtle Jane Eyre vibes - one of my favorite classics! (photo above)
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