I just realized I never posted the Kirkus Review of A Song of Storm and Shadow, which I almost exactly two years ago. So I’m doing it now! Superlative characters garner the spotlight in this quiet but absorbing fantasy. In Cain’s series opener, a royal arranged marriage may bring peace—unless …
We’re less than a month away from The Banshee by the Bridge‘s launch, and I have another beautiful cover to share with you! Sonya at B6 Design Studio has done yet another fantastic job at portraying Morrigan and Dragon! Isn’t it gorgeous! I just love working with Sonya and I’m …
Never Worry About Money Again: By Answering One Question By Jesse Mecham Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book on Netgalley. I’ve been using YNAB software for years now, but my use has honestly been mostly as a glorified check register. I never delved much into the various …
On June 17, 2026, A Wailing on Walnut Street will be available in ebook and print format! The Morrigan McBride Mysteries have already had a soft launch into the world over at my Substack, but now you’ll be able to add a physical book to your shelf! Isn’t the cover beautiful? …
Some of this post is duplicated from a post at my Morrigan McBride Substack, but it’s been almost a month since I posted that, and I have a few more thoughts as time goes on. On December 18, 2025, I had to say goodbye to my soul cat, Eustace Clarence …
Every year I participate in Rhonda Parrish’s Giftmas fundraiser, which she organizes to help people who need a little help at this time of year. This year we’re once again supporting Edmonton’s Food Bank. Our goal this year is $1,500 which, because the Food Bank harnesses the power of connections …
I’m in the middle of the last book of my epic fantasy Storms in Amethir series, and… I’m stuck. There’s a lot going on in this book, and a lot of story threads to tie up and character arcs to complete. I’ve been stalled for a couple of months. I …
I’m finally here to share the cover of Witchery’s End with you! The art is once again by the amazing Nicole Cardiff. I gave her some character and setting descriptions and a general outline of some plot points, and she came up with something even more beautiful and thrilling than …
This is the text of a talk I gave several years ago at the Montgomery County (Indiana) Genealogy Society. My love of writing comes in a direct line from my maternal grandmother, who modeled butt-in-chair for me at a very early age. She spent her entire life doing research on …
If you like A Song of Storm and Shadow, you’ll love the Fantasy Beach Reads Fest! Fantasy Beach Reads Fest (June 3-30, 2025) The portal has opened—enter the secret realm where the ocean whispers forgotten tales and shimmering shores hide enchanted wonders. Explore a handpicked selection of fantasy beach reads, …
