December 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! Hard to believe it’s already December, isn’t it? 2023 went by too fast (don’t they always?), but it’s been quite a year for me. In January, my debut cozy mystery, Venus Rising, was published by The Wild Rose Press. In October, I signed the contract for the follow-up, Down to Earth. I […]
November 15, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! After a cold spell here in Dallas, we’re having more fall-like weather now. And the leaves are putting on a nice show now too. Whether it’s fall or spring where you are, I hope it’s just right for reading weather. Which, let’s be honest, is any weather, right? Speaking of cozy reads, […]
November 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! As the year winds down, I’m still busy in my garden. The pansies my kids and I just put in are thriving, and we’ve got new roses that we’ve decided to put in larger containers. I’m also thinking gardening because I’m excited to announce that I’ve signed a contract with The Wild […]
October 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! It’s been a busy couple weeks here at my house, hosting family from out of town and getting ready for some exciting things in the next couple months. Halloween, of course, but also wrapping up some writing projects and starting a couple more. And on the topic of exciting things, I’m thrilled […]
October 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! October is a favorite around here, and I’m so looking forward to carving pumpkins with my family and taking long walks in the cooler weather. It’s also a great month for curling up with a cozy read. Check out a few options listed below! As always, I’d love to hear what you’re […]
September 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! I’m back after a busy summer, and I’m happy to report that the weather is finally cooling off a bit here in Dallas. I hope your summer is going well! While most of our garden gave up in the heat, the sunflowers continued to shine. Just like the sunflowers persevered through the […]
June 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Reader! There’s still time to enter A Cozy Mystery Beach Giveaway and win a cozy mystery prize pack: https://aconitecafe.com/acozymysterybeachgiveaway/ How has your June gone so far? This month has been a busy one, and it’s only half over! Taking a family road trip, upgrading my ham radio license, and starting my summer teaching have […]
June 1, 2023
Hi, Cozy Readers! It’s June, and that means it’s beach reads season! What are your favorite cozy beach reads? In the spirit of the summer season, I’ve got my iced tea, a good book, and a giveaway to link to share! Enter A Cozy Mystery Beach Giveaway, and you can win a cozy mystery prize […]
May 15, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! I’m currently working on a novella in a new series, Butterfield’s Boutique and Computer Repair, in which two cousins carry on their grandmother’s jewelry shop, fix electronics, and, of course, solve mysteries. The daughter of one of the cousins adores horses. And that love of horses is central to the overall arc […]
May 1, 2023
Hello, Cozy Readers! May is here, and gardening is in full swing at my house. Around here, gardening runs in the family. Earlier this year, my kids and I planted some sunflowers that my parents started for us. I’m delighted to report that the sunflowers (which are my absolute favorite!) are doing well. We also […]