where peace is lost

A little Inspiration & Insight for your day

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Because I am perpetually behind on telling people about things I’ve done, here on this convenient digital record of my life, you will be shocked to learn that I did a thing and neglected to post about it. No longer!

I was delighted to participate in a conversation with ML Dumars, Lauren Teffeau, and host Marisa Wolf on the Strong Women, Strange Worlds Inspiration & Insight podcast. In the “Magic Beyond the Stars” episode, we talked about space fantasy, and I got to not only discuss Where Peace Is Lost, but also the subgenre more generally and what I love about it.

I also dropped a perhaps TOO long list of potential stories you might check out, if you’re interested in adding to your TBR pile. Don’t mind me, just precariously positioning tomes atop the teetering Jenga tower of your unread books. Just don’t take any from the middle and you should be fine.

Enjoy!

WriteHive Silent Auction

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Starting today, aka Giving Tuesday, WriteHive is holding their 2025 Silent Auction fundraiser!

I have three things up for bidding. You can get a 30-minute coaching call with me, where we can talk about whatever writing, publishing or career things you’d like. Or, if you want a signed/personalized book, you can bid on a copy of either Where Peace Is Lost or Witch You Would.

WriteHive is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping writers achieve their goals. They have a variety of events and programs dedicated towards that purpose, including free virtual conventions and a year-round Discord.

All money raised will go directly to funding operations, allowing their volunteers to bring more opportunities to the writing community. You can win signed books, manuscript critiques, bookish merch, and other cool stuff.

Take a peek at the full list of what’s up for grabs here: https://www.32auctions.com/WriteHiveAuction2025

Bidding closes on December 17th, so mark your calendars and don’t miss out!