October's complimentary Kindle eBook is Noir [Or, When the Night Comes] by Derek R. King, a gothic journey through darkness, passion, longing, and love. Free October 5–9.

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What does subscribing to my newsletter get you? Among other things, apparently dead people. 😉 September's complimentary subscriber ebook is Authentically Dead, available September 5–9. It's part of...

One of the greatest joys of being an author is sharing stories with readers. Each month, I feature one complimentary Kindle eBook during its Amazon Free Book Promotion. Whether you're discovering my work for the first time or adding another title to your library, I hope you'll enjoy this month's selection. This Month's Featured Book Authentically Dead Anna has never had much trouble standing out.

Welcome to my August 2026 Vol.25 Newsletter. My thoughts for this month are about how some spaces change the way we work; others change the way we think. As I write this month's newsletter, I'm sitting at my new desk, surrounded by fitted bookcases we've dreamed about for years, listening to the gentle chime of my Koshi hanging in the open window.

The Scottish Borders have long inspired stories of mystery, solitude, and the unseen. The Cullers is an original fifty-word Scottish Gothic tale born from one such landscape, inviting readers to imagine what ancient secrets might still linger beyond the trees.

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Welcome to my July 2026 Vol.24 Newsletter. Some months seem to pass in a blur. July has felt almost the opposite. Not because nothing has happened, but because I can hardly believe how much has been accomplished since Derek and I returned from America on June 10. Learn more: The Rings we carry learn more: With Sand & Sea buy The Rings we carry…

Welcome to my May 2026 Vol.22 Newsletter. Some months arrive quietly. May did not. There’s a strange kind of magic in creative chaos. Our home currently looks like a halfway point between a move, a publishing house, and an art studio. Our Summer The Alchemy of Being Julie's LinkedIN Thread Through Time Series Archipelago of Us The Enchanted Water Faerie Realm…

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April feels… full. There is so much in this April 2026, VOL.21 Newsletter and happening right now, I can’t quite seem to catch up. Not just in Derek and my world, but with my boys back in Kentucky, Derek’s parents, and friends too. Life feels busy in every direction. And yet, I’m not behind. Funny, isn’t it? The Silent Thread…

I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling a little stretched this month as I release this March 2026, VOL. 20 NEWSLETTER. As Derek and I gear our marketing efforts up, I find myself longing to simply write. To disappear into story. To follow threads without checking analytics or adjusting keywords. In Sun & Shade OP21 Sea Hearts & Sea Horses…

Can you believe it’s time for my FEBRUARY 2026 VOL.19 NEWSLETTER? January came and went in a blink. Derek and I returned home from the States, where we’d spent the holidays with my two grown boys—and Finley (our Goldendoodle), of course, who loved every minute of having all of us together. It was hard to leave, but coming back to a full year ahead is giving me that hopeful, productive energy I love most.

Explore Newsletter Vol.18 January 2026 for insights, reflections, and excitement as we embrace the new year together.

Welcome to my Newsletter Vol.15 October 2025 edition! Derek and I are freshly back from our little end-of-September getaway, and what a joy it was. We headed to St. Andrews, and it did not disappoint—the food was delicious, the shopping surprisingly fabulous, and yes... I did manage to make a batch of Halloween cards while we were away. Creative play never stops!

Welcome to the latest edition, Newsletter Vol. 14 September 2025! As summer gives way to the first whispers of autumn, Derek and I are slipping away for a short holiday—with hopes of a little rest, a lot of nature, and maybe a break from our screens. But, as usual, we’ll be bringing our creative hearts along for the ride. Because when you love what you do, it never really feels like work.

Hello and welcome to my Newsletter Vol. 13 August 2025! As the days begin to mellow into late summer, Derek and I have been reflecting on growth—creative, personal, and poetic. This month brought us inspiration from ancient trees, curious ruins, and a continued joy for teaching and connecting with young storytellers. Coming Soon Available August 12th: The Rings We Carry…

Explore chilling, lyrical micro fiction inspired by the Scottish Borders. Fog-draped myths and eerie echoes told in 50 words or fewer.

Welcome to the June edition of my June Newsletter! With summer’s warmth beginning to peek through the clouds, Derek and I have been soaking up creativity through book launches, coastal getaways, and preparing for another exciting season of school visits. This month, we’re thrilled to share three new releases—each one a unique splash of imagination and storytelling joy. New Releases for June…

“All That Remains”- a 50-word Scottish Gothic micro fiction exploring mortality, decay, and memory in haunting lyrical brevity.

A poetic microfiction piece reflecting on what outlasts us—bones or memories—in the atmospheric shadows of Scottish Gothic storytelling.

Welcome to Newsletter Vol.10 May 2025 edition. It’s hard to believe we’re already in May! Between writing, editing, teaching, and planning future releases, the weeks have flown by. This month marks a very special milestone. I’m thrilled to announce the official release of Book Four in our Enchanted Realms. A children’s fantasy poetry book in this series—The Enchanted Summer Faerie Realm.

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Read Embedded in Her Heart, a micro fiction from my Scottish Gothic Collection, that captures timeless love and other haunting finds.

Welcome to Newsletter Vol.9 APRIL 2025 edition. As always, I'm busy writing, formatting, illustrating, and marketing. This month, I'm excited to be able to say the final touches are underway for another collaboration between Jill Yoder and myself. This children's book is slated for a June 3rd release and we cannot wait. I've also been busy working on collaborations with my husband, Derek R.

Great storytelling doesn’t just belong in books—it belongs in your marketing, too. I’ve heard this before, and it makes sense.

Explore the intriguing tale of Old Man Stone, a micro fiction from the Scottish Gothic Collection that captivates with its haunting imagery.

Hello Spring and welcome to my Newsletter Vol.8 March 2025 issue. Several new things are on the horizon. I'm feeling refreshed and revived by Spring and my upcoming projects. And, I am excited about the photo shoot trips planned. Derek and I have been working on another Enlightenment Series book. This one is part of the Jungian collection, after our first in this subcategory, …

"Angel Rocks" is a fifty-word micro fiction from a Scottish Gothic Collection, inspired by The Borders' landscapes. It explores themes of love and healing, questioning the possibility of restoring an angelic being. The author invites readers to explore more micro fiction and paranormal works on her Amazon page.