Why I Wrote an Unlikable Protagonist
My debut novel, One Tough Cookie, came out three years ago to mixed reviews. It’s women’s fiction with romance about a woman who doesn’t want
April 28, 2026
Category: Writing Life & Inspiration
Personal reflections on my writing journey, sources of inspiration, and life lessons learned along the way.
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Top 3 Lessons I’ve Learned After 10 Years of Being a Writer
This year marks 10 years of me being a writer. As I look back on my writing journey, I want to focus on everything I’ve
December 9, 2025
ONE TOUGH COOKIE: First Scene I Wrote
Introduction In 2017, I had a dream about a man and a woman talking. That dream inspired me to write the following scene, which became
September 15, 2023
ONE TOUGH COOKIE Book Playlist
Here’s a look at the book playlist for my debut, ONE TOUGH COOKIE. I discuss the songs, why I chose them, and how they reflect
August 31, 2023
Lost in You: A Short Story
This women’s fiction short story features Cordelia, a character from my debut novel, ONE TOUGH COOKIE. Premise: A woman who lives for her husband is
August 23, 2023
ONE TOUGH COOKIE Character Aesthetics
Meet the cast of my debut foodie women’s fiction ONE TOUGH COOKIE through their aesthetics. When I first started to outline this book, I had
February 22, 2023