One of my favorite things as a writer—and a reader—is falling in love with relatable characters. The kind who feel like they could be your new best friend. When I started writing Hudson and Keke’s romance, I didn’t set out to give my hero a family gr...

My author friend, if the words “stop over-editing” resonate with you, you’re not alone. That quest for absolute perfection sometimes holds us back from the joy of completion. Today, Tara Baisden shares her simple, grounded tips to help you navigate a...

The forbidden romance trope is one of my absolute favorites. Stick two people who shouldn’t be together, add a spark of attraction and I’m sold. I love watching as the couple navigates the obstacles that are keeping them apart to find true love. Clea...

Read Summer’s Forever first chapter. Hudson Baker regulated his breathing, focusing on releasing the tension in his shoulders as he studied the petite woman across from him. He needed this job, but found that the best way to convince a prospective cl...

Are you a new writer searching for inspiration to write your first (or next) book? Perhaps you’re a seasoned writer hoping for motivation to face your next project. I got you. I interviewed several authors and am sharing their best advice for new aut...

Wes and Addie Had Their Chance: A Love Story, by Bethany Turner, is the unofficial Book 3 of the Adelaide Springs series. Addie’s in her hometown, recovering from a few hard things, and she’s not ready to discuss anything related to Wes, which makes...

Read the first chapter of His Perfect Wife. Latonya McPherson took a sip of her virgin strawberry daiquiri. Her friends were late. As usual. Tonya settled back into the plush mustard cushions, glad they’d chosen The Hanging Garden Restaurant for thei...

Picture this: a storm and a stranded couple. They’re safe, but there’s only one bed. Enemies forced to share a single room. Or perhaps a couple in a marriage of convenience, forced to share a bed. Whatever the case, we love the tension when two peopl...

Read the first chapter of Transformed by Love. Lisa Powell greeted her coworkers with a smile as she crossed the production floor to her office. She took a deep breath of the air fragranced with citrus, and grinned, contentment settling over her. She...

How do you create great characters? Author Sarah Lamb shares her simple, but actionable tip for creating characters you want to be friends with. Sarah Lamb’s Book & Writing Process Q: What is the title of your book and what is it about? A: Newly...