We live in a society where we are frequently encouraged to compete. To be better. To be more. We long to contribute something meaningful, make the most of our lives, and stand out from the crowd. We strive to be special while overlooking contentment. What if we didn’t? What if we didn’t climb the corporate ladder? […]
Every spring and fall, Comic Logic Books and Artwork hosts Lot Con. This outdoor event fills their parking lot with a wide range of artists, authors, and vendors. It’s family and pet-friendly, featuring art and collectibles from many fandoms. I will be back at Lot Con 2026 on May 17 from 12 to 4 pm.
In a stranger-than-fiction moment, I stumbled into a scene from my second novel, To the Left of Death. This was an unplanned visit to a story setting. One that I only realized months after booking the hotel and days before leaving for my trip. Here’s what happened. When writing fiction, I tend to create my
There are many inspirational sayings in yoga circles. One of these well-known aphorisms comes from Ashtanga guru Pattahbi Jois: Practice and all is coming. The simple idea is that if you keep showing up—keep practicing consistently—all will fall into place. It’s a lovely idea, but what does it actually mean? What “all” is coming to you? Whether you’re applying
Questions about audiobooks come up at nearly every book event I attend. I get it. I’ve been wanting to produce my first audiobook for ages… It’s taken nearly 10 years, but I’ve finally made that happen! While I had several books to choose from, my heart was set on starting with my first novel, The
