As a short story writer, I LOVE a good short story collection. There’s just something about the short story. They pack a punch in just a few pages. And the beauty of well chosen collection is the thematic connection they can offer. You explore the […]
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A Suspense Thriller Review – “He Follows Me” by Kathryn Caraway
I promised a review of the “sequel” to Unfollow Me, by Kathryn Caraway, so here it is. I received He Follows Me free as an advanced reader copy. After being blown away by her first book, I was determined to read this one also. All […]
A True Crime Review – “Unfollow Me: A Terrifying True Story of a Sadistic Stalker” by Kathryn Caraway
It’s been a while since I have posted a book review, so I am jumping back in with a doozy – Unfollow Me, by Kathryn Caraway. I received this book free as an advanced reader copy. I was intrigued and honored to read this prior […]
Purrfect Revenge Makes the Long List in the 2025 SEA Shorts Book Awards
This summer, I entered another story in the SEA Shorts contest with Chanticleer. In 2024, I won a first place with Finding Namaste and in 2023, I took Grand Prize with The Heart of Kublai Khan’s Menagerie Keeper. I just found out that Purrfect Revenge […]
Finding Namaste is a First Place Winner in the 2024 Shorts Book Awards for Short Stories and Essays
As mentioned in my previous post, in early April, I attended the Chanticleer Authors Conference. I was so impressed with the great content for writers. It was an inspiring weekend that has me working hard on new projects. Last year, I won Grand Prize in […]
The Appearance of Power is a First Place Winner in the 2024 Dante Rossetti Book Awards for YA Fiction
In early April, I attended the Chanticleer Authors Conference. It was a great experience, with lots of networking and valuable sessions, but the pinnacle for me was the Awards Banquet. I had entered The Appearance of Power, my young adult fantasy, in the Dante Rossetti […]






