Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size) 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin 3 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup water 1/2 cup canola oil 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 cup finely chopped strawberries FROSTING: 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup crushed strawberries 4-1/2 to 5 cups confectioners’ sugar Directions Preheat oven to 350°. Line the …
TIMELESS LOVE GIVEAWAY!
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful way to celebrate romance, especially historical romance! I’ve partnered with some amazing storytellers to bring you one sweet giveaway. There are multiple winners and a collection of books that span centuries that opens today, February 1st, and closes February 15th. To enter, please follow the link below… TIMELESS LOVE GIVEAWAY
Christian Historical Fiction Podcast
I had a delightful time on the CHRISTIAN HISTORICAL FICTION TALK podcast with author Liz Tolsma. Nothing two wordsmiths like better than talking books! If you enjoy audio then please have a listen at the link below… CHRISTIAN HISTORICAL FICTION TALK
Too sweet not to share!
Release week is always fun & full of surprises even after 12 novels. This bespoke batch of book cookies for Tidewater Bride is too sweet not to share. If only every reader got a cookie with a copy! Thanks to Flour & Grit for making release day extra sweet! Happy reading!
Release Week Giveaway!
Release Week Giveaway with 2 winners! Just follow the link below… GIVEAWAY VIA RAFFLECOPTER
Winter Fiction Giveaway!
I’ve joined two of my favorite authors to celebrate our brand new releases with you! Sarah, Tara, & myself wish you a bight new reading year with fresh fiction… To enter the WINTER FICTION GIVEAWAY for all 3 new releases please follow the link below. Happy reading! WINTER GIVEAWAY
Historical Fiction Unpacked
I really enjoyed my time on HISTORICAL FICTION UNPACKED despite being camera & microphone shy:) It’s always fun talking books with another bibliophile. Alison has a voice made for audio & asks all the right questions. Have a wee listen as my new hero might say. Just click on the link below… Podcast
Tidewater Bride Pinterest Board
I’ve often wished adult fiction had illustrations. Pinterest is the next best thing. If you’re looking for visuals that bring the novel to life, please visit the board I’ve unlocked which was secret during the writing of this Tidewater tale. You’ll see the inspiration for our heroine, Selah Hopewell, & other characters & scenes from the novel. Imagination is a …
Tidewater Bride is here!
It’s always a joy when I get my author copies of a new release. Fun to put them on my bookshelf and admire the book’s spine and back cover which I never see until the reader does. Sometimes I take a random peek inside though I never reread my novels once they’re in print. How I’d love to come to …
Reading Gifts
One of my favorite gifts to give and receive are books. I’ve read so many over the years that sometimes they blur in my mind and I can’t recall the details. But some stand out despite the wear and tear of time. I’ve gathered a few gems that might inspire your own reading list or round out your gift giving …



