A couple of weeks back, I wrote this post about the importance of rewarding yourself when you’re trying to start a good habit…or break a bad habit. This is basic brain science. Naturally, good habits can be their own reward, but most of us benefit from extra reinforcement. So as a great philosopher once said, “Treat yo self!” One reader
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Such a lovely book club / cocktail-making class last night at local business @bitter_and_sweet_cocktails in Arlington Heights! We talked about my romcom time travel romance HER TIME TRAVELING DUKE, which is set in Chicago, and the cocktails were delicious! (There’s both astronomy and moon magic in the book, so this one is the Midnight Sky Martini…the lemon slice is the full moon.) Thank you to everyone who came! And if you’re local, you have to check out this shop (with lots of liquors made in the Chicago area) and all their classes! It’s always a fun and fancy night out ✨
New profile pic poll! Let me know your favorite author photo! Like most authors, I can be a little shy about getting new headshots, but Maia makes it so much fun 😊 #authorphoto #newprofilepic #headshots #headshotsession
It was a beautiful day in Chicago and between a couple of appointments we slipped away and I did a little writing at @colectivocoffee in Andersonville. I am working on 2 books at once! I mean, not at the exact same time. I love writing in cafés and I should do it more…
If you like feel-good, Hallmark style romance, but you also like spicy romance books, these are perfect for you…especially if you like contemporary romance with a pinch of fantasy or magic ✨
A spring Saturday at the Chicago Botanic Garden…I thought winter was my favorite season, but maybe I was wrong…
The best writing advice I’ve ever heard on social media! I’ve been an author and a book editor for so many years, so I don’t often come across new writing tips and tricks, but I think this writing tip is solid gold. It would be so helpful for screenwriting, too. #writingadvice #writingtips #screenwriting #authorsofig


