It’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Watch my short holiday video. On an unrelated note, check out my Christmas Romance Book Bundle – makes great wholesome reading over the holiday weekend – or anytime of the year! My novels feature deep emotional African-American characters!
Hello lovely readers!
Balmy Weather!
Last week we were blessed with a sunny, almost balmy, day. It was over 60 degrees! I went outside for a walk, and I didn’t even need my coat!
Rebranding
Last week was busy. I finished all of my new covers for The Bakery Romance Series! Sometimes authors change their covers. I felt that this was a great time to do so. I’m retiring my old silhouette covers. They worked well for years, but, now it’s time for something new.
Read While You Rest – FREE Audiobooks on Youtube!
Ever wish you could read while driving, cooking, or resting your eyes?
I’ve uploaded free full audiobooks of my stories on YouTube—so you can enjoy them hands-free, stress-free, and anytime you want. See below for the ones currently uploaded – more to come!
Curl up, press play, and let the story unfold.
Listen by choosing the Audiobooks option from the Playlists here Subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss the next one!
FREE YOUTUBE AUDIOBOOKS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
Blind Date With a Book
Start off the new year with my Blind Date With A Book for $14.99 or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle!
Blind Date With a Book
Start off the new year with my Blind Date With A Book for $14.99 or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support for The Blacksmith’s Bride! I’ve enjoyed the letters, emails and comments from readers!
If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
February 28, 2026
5 PM – 11 PM
The 26th Annual Virginia Black History Month Gala
The Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
2800 Potomac Ave
Arlington, VA 22202
I currently have other events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
For the new year, remember to continue keeping our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Hello lovely readers!
The New Year!
Well, we’re at the beginning of 2026! You wouldn’t realize that it’s January from looking at my house! My Christmas lights are still up – outside and inside! After much thought, I decided to let them stay up through Epiphany! Epiphany is on January 6th. So, I’ll be taking down my lights on January 7th!
How about you? Have you taken down your Christmas lights? If not, when are you planning to take them down?
Read While You Rest – Audiobooks on Youtube!
Ever wish you could read while driving, cooking, or resting your eyes?
I’ve uploaded free full audiobooks of my stories on YouTube—so you can enjoy them hands-free, stress-free, and anytime you want.
These are currently uploaded – more to come!
🎧 Curl up, press play, and let the story unfold.
👉 Listen by choosing the Audiobooks option from the Playlists here Subscribe to my YouTube channel so you don’t miss the next one!
Blind Date With a Book
Start off the new year with my Blind Date With A Book for $14.99 or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle!
New Series!
I will be starting a new series in 2026! Stay tuned!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support for The Blacksmith’s Bride! I’ve enjoyed the letters, emails and comments from readers!
If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
For the new year, remember to continue keeping our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Book review for A Holiday by Gaslight. Subscribe to my Youtube channel! #historicalfiction
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Hello lovely readers!
Christmas Lights!
I hope all of you are enjoying your holiday! In my earlier newsletter, I shared videos of my Christmas lights. I got the urge to purchase more lights! I placed the extra lights outside my house! Here’s the videos: video1 video2 video3.
CJ!
I forgot to mention this in last week’s newsletter! Guess who’s home for winter break?
He polished off the semester with straight A’s! Currently he’s researching summer internships! We are so proud of him!
Will you have any visitors over the holidays?
Christmas Gifts
We don’t exchange gifts in our house. We haven’t done that in years. The event that I mentioned in last week’s newsletter was kind of like a Christmas gift we enjoyed as a couple. We have so many things in our messy house…we don’t need more clutter! LOL.
We will be out of town for Christmas – so, I purchased this lovely Holiday Barbie for my little grandniece! I’m sure she’ll love it! Did you have to do a lot of holiday shopping?
Speaking of gifts, don’t forget to bookmark the Advent Calendar webpage! One of my historicals will be FREE later this week! Remember, you will be offered a free historical romance each day through the 24th! On Christmas Day all 24 books are free! You must return to that page on Christmas Day and download any books that you might have missed! Spread the word! Spread this Christmas cheer with all of your friends!
Speaking of FREE books – listen to Butterscotch Bliss FREE on Youtube! Subscribe to my Youtube channel when you listen. Having more Youtube subscribers helps me to provide more Youtube audiobooks!
For last minute gifts remember my Blind Date With A Book! For one low price you receive one gift-wrapped full-length novel OR two of my novellas – my choice! Books are gift-wrapped! FREE SHIPPING! Makes a great stocking stuffer or as a gift for a friend! You can also gift AFTER Christmas since time is running short!
My Christmas Romance Book Bundle is also a popular gift choice! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support for The Blacksmith’s Bride! I’ve enjoyed the letters, emails and comments from readers!
If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
Remember to keep our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Hello lovely blog readers!
I’m re-branding my Bakery Romance Series! Here’s some images that I’m playing around with while I go through this huge transformation! Authors will rebrand as needed since the scope of book covers change throughout the years!
Hello lovely readers!
Christmas Music!
I hope all of you are enjoying your holiday! We went to a jazz concert in DC. It was so much fun! We had dinner – blackened catfish with red beans and rice. Husband had cheesecake for dessert. I had bread pudding. The musician’s name is David Benoit. He played Vince Guaraldi’s Charlie Brown Christmas tunes. Here’s pics of the Charlie Brown Tree, my husband and me!
Did you attend any exciting shows or performances? If so, please share!
Snow!
Speaking of Charlie Brown, I have my own little Charlie Brown Christmas tree. I haven’t put up a big tree in years. I’ve placed more lights in the front of my house. I mentioned in last week’s newsletter that we had some snow. Well, me had some more light snow. Here’s pics of my little tree and my outside lights in the snow!
Video of lights on the front steps and on our bush!
Video of my little Charlie-Brown-style tree!
Have you put up any decorations? Please share! Send me pics!
Christmas Gifts
Don’t forget to bookmark the Advent Calendar webpage! A free historical romance each day through the 24th! On Christmas Day all 24 books are free!
Speaking of FREE books – listen to Butterscotch Bliss for FREE on Youtube! Subscribe to my page when you listen. Having more Youtube subscribers helps me to provide more Youtube audiobooks!
For last minute gifts remember my Blind Date With A Book! For one low pirce you receive one gift-wrapped full-length novel OR two of my novellas – my choice! Books are gift-wrapped! FREE SHIPPING! Makes a great stocking stuffer or as a gift for a friend!
My Christmas Romance Book Bundle is also a popular gift choice! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year! Order now to ensure delivery by Christmas!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
I’m so excited about the reviews for The Blacksmith’s Bride! I’ve also enjoyed the letters, emails and comments from readers!
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support! If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
Remember to keep our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Hello lovely readers!
Blind Date With A Book – Don’t Forget!
I wanted to again mention my Blind Date With A Book! For one low price you receive one gift-wrapped full-length novel OR two of my novellas – my choice! Books are gift-wrapped! FREE SHIPPING! Makes a great stocking stuffer or as a gift for a friend! Order now to ensure delivery by Christmas!
Blind Date With A Book
A FREE Special Christmas Treat – Technical Difficulties!
The Advent Calendar Webpage mentioned in last week’s newsletter had technical difficulties! Apologies! The site is now working so, remember to follow these instructions to receive your FREE historical eBooks! I’m including the details again:
Do you remember those big paper advent calendars from when you were a kid? The ones where you’d open a little door each day and find a surprise inside?
I’m so excited to share something special with you this December.
This year, I’m thrilled to be part of a Christian Historical Romance Advent Calendar with some of my fellow author friends—and YOU get the presents!
Every day from December 1st through Christmas Eve, we’re giving away a free Christian historical romance ebook. That’s 24 free books to celebrate the season!
Here’s how it works:
● Bookmark the advent calendar webpage.
● Visit each day to claim your free book
● But don’t wait—each book is only free for 24 hours!
You’ll find heartwarming stories of faith, hope, and happily-ever-afters from authors you love (including me!) and maybe discover some new favorites too.
And here’s the best part: If you know a friend who loves Christian romance, share this with them! The more readers who join the fun, the merrier.
Ready to start celebrating? Head over to the advent calendar webpage and grab today’s free book!
Snow & Christmas Tree Lighting!
We had some snow! I was shocked that these flowers were alive amidst the cold!
We attended our local Christmas Tree Lighting! Here’s a few pics!
Cookies!
I received an Advent Calendar from a friend as an early Christmas gift – shortbread, one of my favorites! I also baked cookies! Delicious!!
Christmas Shopping!
Christmas shopping for your loved ones? Consider my Christmas Romance Book Bundle! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year! Order now to ensure delivery by Christmas!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
I’m so excited about the reviews for The Blacksmith’s Bride!
This novel has interesting characters, including a flawed and confused heroine. The historical details felt natural and accurate. It was interesting reading about the ordinary life of black families facing many of the same problems as white people, but with the added burden of racism affecting almost every decision they make. The way people come together to help one another is heartwarming, and I think also an accurate portrayal of community life. After reading this book, I look forward to reading the first in the series, The Baker’s Bride. I enjoyed this book and recommend it. It is a standalone and HEA.
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support! If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
Remember to keep our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Hello lovely readers!
A FREE Special Christmas Treat!
I’m so excited to share something special with you this December.
Do you remember those big paper advent calendars from when you were a kid? The ones where you’d open a little door each day and find a surprise inside?
This year, I’m thrilled to be part of a Christian Historical Romance Advent Calendar with some of my fellow author friends—and YOU get the presents!
Every day from December 1st through Christmas Eve, we’re giving away a free Christian historical romance ebook. That’s 24 free books to celebrate the season!
Here’s how it works:
● Bookmark the advent calendar webpage.
● Visit each day to claim your free book
● But don’t wait—each book is only free for 24 hours!
You’ll find heartwarming stories of faith, hope, and happily-ever-afters from authors you love (including me!) and maybe discover some new favorites too.
And here’s the best part: If you know a friend who loves Christian romance, share this with them! The more readers who join the fun, the merrier.
Ready to start celebrating? Head over to the advent calendar webpage and grab today’s free book!
Happy Holidays!
Now that Thanksgiving is over you can focus on your Christmas shopping! Keep my Blind Date With A Book in mind! For one low price you receive one gift-wrapped full-length novel OR two of my novellas – my choice! Depends on what I have in stock! Books are gift-wrapped! Makes a great stocking stuffer or as a gift for a friend or church buddy! Purchase now before they’re gone!
Thanksgiving!
For the first time in several years we stayed home for Thanksgiving! How about you? Our son was home but I forgot to take his pic! Here’s a few photos of our feast! We purchased a pre-cooked Cajun turkey from Popeye’s! It was delicious!
Are you hosting? What’s on the menu? Did you celebrate Friendsgiving? Share pics of your celebrations!
Spare time over the holidays? Head over to Youtube and listen to Butterscotch Bliss for FREE! Subscribe to my channel! Tell your friends! Butterscotch Bliss is a wonderful treat to enjoy during the holiday season!
Christmas Shopping!
Christmas shopping for your loved ones? Consider my Blind Date With a Book or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
I’m so excited about the reviews for The Blacksmith’s Bride!
This novel has interesting characters, including a flawed and confused heroine. The historical details felt natural and accurate. It was interesting reading about the ordinary life of black families facing many of the same problems as white people, but with the added burden of racism affecting almost every decision they make. The way people come together to help one another is heartwarming, and I think also an accurate portrayal of community life. After reading this book, I look forward to reading the first in the series, The Baker’s Bride. I enjoyed this book and recommend it. It is a standalone and HEA.
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support! If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then please leave a review on Amazon Goodreads or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
Remember to keep our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
Hello lovely readers!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Are you hosting? What’s on the menu? Do you celebrate Friendsgiving? Share pics of your celebrations!
Spare time over Thanksgiving? Head over to Youtube and listen to Butterscotch Bliss for FREE! Subscribe to my channel! Tell your friends! Butterscotch Bliss is a wonderful treat to enjoy during the holiday season!
Christmas Shopping!
Christmas shopping for your loved ones? Consider my Blind Date With a Book or my Christmas Romance Book Bundle! I recently sold out of the Christmas Bundle and have just restocked! These are sweet enjoyable wholesome stories that can be enjoyed all year!
The Blacksmith’s Bride
I’m so excited about the reviews for The Blacksmith’s Bride!
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If you love clean, spiritual romance and period pieces, you will not be able to put this down like I couldn’t. Well mastered and written, what an amazing story of understanding, growth, forgiveness, love and evolution from pain and tragedy! Entertaining from start to conclusion!
Thanks so much for your encouragement and support! If you’ve read, and enjoyed, The Blacksmith’s Bride then I highly encourage you to leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads – or social media!
Writing Services
As a reminder, I offer writing-related services. I work with writers who may need help with their fiction. Interested in working with me? Details here.
I currently have events in the works. Once my plans are finalized, I will update you with details!
Our Country!
Remember to keep our country in prayer as all/some of these changes take place! At times, our country does not run smoothly! Also, remember to pray for all that are suffering in our nation! Be sure to check on your friends and loved ones to be sure they are okay!
Enjoy your day!
Butterscotch Bliss!
If you’re reading this newsletter on my blog then you’re probably not signed up for my mailing list! When you sign up, you’ll receive BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, a free e-book! After you sign up for my email list, a download link will be provided to you for your FREE eBook!
Raquel’s father died when she was a baby – that’s what she thought…
She receives a mysterious phone call – stating her father is alive and in hospice. He must see her before he dies. Why has her mother lied to her for all these years about her father’s “death”?
She must rely on Patrick, her ex, to help her to make the trip to see her father during a massive snowstorm. Patrick has his own set of problems – he never told Raquel the real reason why he abandoned her three years ago.
If you’ve read, and enjoyed BUTTERSCOTCH BLISS, consider leaving a short, sweet review on AMAZON and social media! As mentioned, currently, the eBook version is available for FREE when you join my mailing list. The paperback version is available on Amazon and other sales channels!
