"charmingly witchy adult fantasy" ~Booklife Reviews

Fans of cozy fantasies and compelling adult women protagonists who find purpose—and fabulousness—in nature, magic, and new connections will adore the laid-back, lavender-scented vibes as Olivia goes from destitute loneliness to settling into the charming village of Rowanswood, whose scones, teas, crockery, beasts, magic, and ritual all are described with inviting relish. Olivia’s journey to Cronehood is nuanced, her struggles endearingly human as she finds her path toward letting go of her old life to embrace the new.

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Why Stories Matter More Than Ever

Why Stories Matter More Than Ever (How Reading Builds Empathy)

July 5, 2023|Writing & Publishing, Reading|0 comments

Stories help us understand each other. Reading fiction builds empathy by allowing us to experience life through another person’s perspective. A powerful reminder of why books matter—for children and adults alike.

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Why Progress Feels Slow: Crossing the Plateau of Latent Potential

August 29, 2023|Writing & Publishing, The Creative Life|0 comments

Progress often feels invisible before it becomes obvious. The Plateau of Latent Potential explains why persistence matters and how breakthroughs actually happen.

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