Here’s a glimpse into some recent (and upcoming) happenings! This past weekend, I was honored to be a speaker at the AAUW Author Luncheon in Seal Beach. These types of events are always great because I get to 1) meet other authors (Hollie Overton and Matt Coyle were also there), and 2) interact with readers. — Read More
A Room of One’s Own
Two weeks ago, my little family moved into a new house. Actually, it was a construction zone at the time we moved in, but it’s starting to feel like a home. One of my first priorities after setting up my daughter’s room was my office. Yes, my very own office! In our previous house, my — Read More
The importance of quiet time
I’ve had a Post-It in my day planner for at least 3 weeks that says, “Write blog post about quiet time.” Ironically, I have not had enough quiet time to actually write a blog post about quiet time. This is…troubling. And, according to Alan Lightman, a physicist and writer, it’s a sign of the times. — Read More
Book #3: Coming this June!
I’m so excited to announce that my third book, Tiny, will be published by Turner on June 11. You can pre-order it now. A brief synopsis: Nate and Annie Forester are faced with every parent’s worst nightmare when their three-year-old daughter, Penelope, is hit by a car right before their eyes. In the aftermath of — Read More
Books I read in 2018
This is always one of my favorite posts of the year because I get to look back on my year of reading and do a grand tally. This year, I read…drum roll, please…75 books! I’m a little surprised I read that many because this year was so hectic–a newborn, going back to my full-time job, — Read More
Cherry Blossoms Event: Newport Beach Public Library
First of all, if you haven’t been to the Newport Beach Public Library, you should go. It’s one of the best libraries I’ve ever been to. I just wish I lived closer. I’d be there all the time. Thank you to everyone who came out to hear me talk about Cherry Blossoms. When I finished — Read More
(Kind-of-sort-of) writing with a baby
I was compelled to write this post after a co-worker approached me in the work kitchen and said, “I don’t know how you work full-time, have a baby, and write books. You must not sleep.” Lest I give the impression that women should burn the proverbial candle at both ends, I had to correct her: — Read More
Cherry Blossoms Launch Event
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Cherry Blossoms at Laguna Beach Books yesterday. I love, love, love Laguna Beach Books so it’s a true honor to have my launch events there (they also hosted my event for People Who Knew Me). Also, thank you to my friends and family who took photos — Read More
It’s here!
Today is the day Cherry Blossoms makes its way into the world! You can buy it at all the usual places, including: Amazon ~ Barnes and Noble ~ IndieBound You can also listen to it on Audible. Happy reading! I can’t wait to hear what you think.
Southern Festival of Books: A Recap
This past weekend, I was fortunate enough to attend the Southern Festival of Books in Nashville. It was my first time visiting Nashville and my first time away from my daughter (cue the tears). Thankfully, the author goodie bag included some hard liquor. My session was on Friday afternoon. If any of the people who — Read More