My mystery novel is nominated for a prestigious Edgar Award, named after Edgar Allan Poe!
The judges will reveal the winners in late April/early May. Fingers crossed!
In the meantime, MURDER AT THE CABARET, my 1920s mystery, is available everywhere!
Doing edits for my publisher and watching a Star Trek original series movie marathon! 🖖
09.03.2026 15:43 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
I was going to do some writing tonight, but my arthritis pain is bad. Most likely because it’s going to rain tomorrow.
So, rest it is!
Rest well, all, and take care of yourselves. ♥️
I’d love to be able to do more giveaways for my books, but FedEx quoted me 200 dollars for a single shipment. 💀
Still trying to find a better way to send signed books to readers without draining my wallet!
Woke up feeling a bit sad and out of it today, but I still managed to get some work done for my publisher.
Small steps forward—and remember to be gentle with yourself! ♥️
Drowning in all the edits and writing I have to do.
But hey, at least I get to live out my dreams!!! Busy, but happy and fulfilled. 🥰
My vampire romance, BLOOD OATH, is coming March 17th. Have you pre-ordered yet?
He was sent to kill her. He never expected to fall in love…
Terminator meets Interview with the Vampire and Twilight!
Link to Amazon: www.amazon.com/Blood-Oath-D...
You are so loved, unconditionally, just for being you.
By people you know, people you don’t, and the universe.
You. Are. Loved.
Never forget it!!! ♥️
Make up free and showered. I’m kicking this flu’s butt!!! 💪
02.03.2026 18:52 — 👍 19 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Lots of people said I would never be a published author…
But this big stack of books with my name on it proved them wrong. 💪
Always, always chase after your dreams! You can do this. 🤗
Me: *overwhelmed with edits from my publishers, selling a house, looking to buy a new house, health issues, and family drama*
The universe: oh, by the way—now you’re sick with a bad flu!
😭 😭 😭
I’m so behind on messages and work emails, and I apologize!
Selling two houses, moving, health issues…the list goes on with what I’m dealing with.
Hopefully soon I can get back to my writing, edits, and cozy evenings!
Today’s make up and outfit. Matching purple!
Ready for a buffet dinner later to celebrate my grandma’s birthday. 🎂
Eating brownies for breakfast and rooting for Team Canada to win gold at the Olympics.
GO CANADA GO!
(Fun fact: I had a massive crush on Sidney Crosby when I was a teen. 😂)
When my family learned my grandpa had lung cancer, he died just a few weeks later. His mind was lost to dementia and I couldn’t say goodbye properly.
But in the end, I hope he knows he was loved. Truly. I think that’s all we can hope for in our final hour. ♥️
Had a massive anxiety attack today. My hands are still shaking.
Just wanted to say: it’s normal to have bad days, but they won’t last forever. I’ve made it through this before and I will again.
And so will you. ♥️
I hope my cats know how much I love them. That is all. 🥹
20.02.2026 03:08 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
I don’t drink alcohol but I wanted a pretty drink to watch the Olympics, so I made a mocktail!
Half ginger ale, half cranberry juice. Also: GO CANADA GO! 🇨🇦
I’m exhausted today, but I managed to write another chapter of my book.
Go me!!!
Now, time for a nap. 😴
My dad’s just started having anxiety attacks like me. I was able to help calm him down today with my years of panic experience.
Dana: 1, anxiety: 0!!!
(Holding an ice cube in your hand can distract you from the panic!)
I was bullied in school. Called names, stabbed with scissors, punched, kicked.
I came home to parents who fought.
At 24, I was sexually assaulted by my ex.
Despite all of this, I choose to stay kind. It benefits no one if I let these things turn me cruel.
Kindness. Always!♥️
You only see success on social media, but I’ve had hundreds of rejections from agents and publishers.
I get rejections every day. But I never give up on myself.
Keep going. Always. Sometimes, you have to be your own biggest fan. ♥️
Woke up feeling sad and low today. Depression is a tough battle.
Sending love to everyone suffering from it too.
I know it’ll pass for me, and it’s going to pass for you as well. Just keep holding on. ♥️
Thank you, John. I do too. ♥️
13.02.2026 20:34 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Just a few years ago, I was completely housebound. I didn’t leave my house for 2 years.
Now I’m able to go about 10 minutes in the car without anxiety. Not perfect, but I’ll take it!
Here’s to progress and good mental health. ♥️
Almost burned what I was cooking because I was too busy watching hockey in the Olympics. 🤣
Go Team Canada!!!
While I was looking at a house for sale yesterday, I felt a panic attack coming on, probably due to stress.
Dizzy, nauseous, shaky. I stepped outside and it stopped, fortunately.
They are scary, but if you experience them too, you’re not alone. I’m with you. ♥️
My author goals are to be published by a big publisher, see my books in bookstores, and win an award.
But even if that doesn’t happen, I’m proud I’ve been published by indie publishers and written even when I’ve been in pain and anxious.
That persistence matters! ♥️
A whole episode dedicated to Captain Sisko and DS9 on Starfleet Academy was awesome!!!
10/10 episode.
Between house hunting, getting tough edits, and dealing with health issues with my liver, I am exhausted and drained.
Please, universe — send me good news soon! 🙏
