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Where Did the Story Begin?
Where Did the Story Begin? I’ve been thinking a lot lately about where stories begin. Not…
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Beneath the Fault Line: Where It All Began
A few months ago, my coworkers challenged me. They said,“You should write your next book about…
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Where Characters Come From
Brentford Ortega IV from Ashes & Honey. Charming on the surface. Dangerous underneath. Readers sometimes ask…
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Writing Stories That Heal: From Margo’s Magic to Ashes & Honey
Stories have always been more than entertainment for me. They are a way to reach hearts,…
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Meet Rebecca: The Quiet Strength Behind Ashes & Honey
Some characters arrive loudly. They demand attention.They dominate every scene.They announce themselves as unforgettable. Rebecca did…
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Why I Write Stories That Empower Women
I write stories about women who endure, survive, and rise—not because they are fearless, but because…
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When Places Hold the Story
A visit to the historic Harvey House in Belen, New Mexico, and a reflection on how…
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Is My Life in My Books? The Truth Behind the Stories
Jim & Stella — names borrowed from real life; stories shaped by imagination. One of the…
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I Was Told I Couldn’t Write — So I Learned How
I was new. A new school. A new state. A new life. She told me I…