In April of 2015, I released my first book, Pippa of Lauramore. At that time, I had no idea where this path would take me. In the last ten years, I’ve gone on so many book adventures, made amazing author and reader friends, and had the most fulfilling career I can imagine. Hunters and Hydrangeas came out… Continue reading 10 Years and 50 Books!
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From Idea to Book: The Life of a Plot Squirrel
Hi everyone! If you’ve ever wondered how I decide what books/series I want to work on, you’re in luck! Today, I’m going to give you a peek into my process. Before I get started, I would like to note that every writer is different. This is just how I work. Let's jump in! Stage One:… Continue reading From Idea to Book: The Life of a Plot Squirrel
2024 Reflection and Plans for 2025
Hi everyone! Happy New Year's! I hope you’ve had a great holiday season. For the last few years, I've written a wrap-up post. I like to look back over the year and see what I accomplished and compare it with what I thought I’d accomplish. 2024 was a weird year. Things didn’t go as planned. Originally, we thought we’d… Continue reading 2024 Reflection and Plans for 2025
Signed Paperbacks, Boxed Set Sale, and a Giveaway!
Hi everyone! It's been several weeks since I've done a blog post, but I'm back today with lots of fun stuff to share. First off, Blood and Buttercups is now available. If you've already read it--thank you! And if you haven't, you can buy the Kindle edition on Amazon or read it for free with… Continue reading Signed Paperbacks, Boxed Set Sale, and a Giveaway!
Morning Musings — October 25th
Good morning, everyone! I have a love/hate relationship with this time of year. I'm such a fan of pumpkins, harvest festivals, corn mazes, cute costumes, handing out candy to kids, hot apple cider, fun black cats and bats, and dogs wearing sheets to look like ghosts. (Have you seen those Instagram reels? They're super cute.)… Continue reading Morning Musings — October 25th
Weekly Update & Chronicles of GHOST Q&A
Hey everyone! This week has been pretty lowkey, without a lot going on. I ended up taking Monday off, and Jake, the kids, and I drove over the Grand Mesa. Most of the trees had already lost their leaves up top, but it was still beautiful, and the temperature was pleasantly cool without being cold. It… Continue reading Weekly Update & Chronicles of GHOST Q&A
Morning Musings: September 27th
Good morning! A big thank you to everyone who’s picked up The Werewolf Hunter and the Apprentice. We've loved reading your comments, emails, and messages. Your support means so much to us—we’re glad you’re enjoying the GHOST world! It's been a great week. Not only have I been really happy with the release, but look at this sweet… Continue reading Morning Musings: September 27th
Favorite Romance Tropes—Fantasy Edition: Charming Rogue
Hi everyone! It's been a while since I've done a trope post, but I thought it would be fun to do one today! (Tropes are basically themes that some books share. For example, a popular fantasy trope is the Chosen One--think Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings.) They can also be certain character types,… Continue reading Favorite Romance Tropes—Fantasy Edition: Charming Rogue
My Contemporary Romances are on Headed to Their Own Pen Name!
Hi everyone and happy Friday! I'm so excited to officially announce that my contemporary romances are heading to their own pen name, and I'm writing a new book in the 27 Ways series! This project has been in the planning stages for a while now. It started back in 2022 when we decided to move… Continue reading My Contemporary Romances are on Headed to Their Own Pen Name!
Why We’re Moving Riven Kingdoms Out of Kindle Unlimited
Hi everyone,I sent this Q&A in my newsletter a few weeks ago, but I've been getting a lot of questions, so I wanted to post it here on the blog as well. Before we get started, I want to let you know you can still read the entire Riven Kingdoms series with Kindle Unlimited if… Continue reading Why We’re Moving Riven Kingdoms Out of Kindle Unlimited
Shari L. Tapscott 