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Stone of Luck: Aventurine

Four-leaf clovers might be hard to come by, but this common stone is full of luck–and a few tricks of its own, too!

Book Release Burnout, And How to Handle It

We’re all familiar with that “burnout” feeling, but how do we handle it and keep doing what we love? Today I share my tips!

Book Review: Plants That Cure

From folklore to drugs, plants are a part of our daily lives and healing–as this lovely reference book can attest.

Am I Doing Enough?

Today on the blog: musings on what counts as “enough” when you’re self-employed and make your own goals in the writing world.

Love Symbols: The Rose

Did you get roses for Valentine’s Day? Well, put them to good use now! A look at folkloric uses for roses in love spells and divination.

A Pomegranate Valentine Party

A recap of the love notes, affirmations, tips, and permissions we received from the Pomegranate Café for Valentine’s Day!

Symbols of Love: Chocolate!

Why *do* we trade chocolates on Valentine’s Day? A look at cacao’s history reveals it’s just too tasty a tradition to give up!

Ice Cream on the Beach: Tell Me A Story Challenge

A short prequel story for the fantasy romance novella Worthy in Love, coming out on Friday! Meet the characters in a beachy flashback.

Symbols of Love: Pomegranate

A brief look at the history and symbolism of the pomegranate, in honor of February and the upcoming launch of Worthy in Love!

From Cozy Mystery to Romance: Making the Leap

A cozy mystery author’s perspective on making the switch to romance: what’s the same, what’s different, and how you can do it too!

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