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The Huntsman’s Heart Launch Party
Princess Snow and Prince Henri’s kingdoms have been at enmity for a thousand years. But when a dark queen rises, they have little choice but to join forces. If they don’t, not only will their kingdoms fall…but the entire western realm. Princess Snow has been sheltered since she was born, hidden away in a secret…
Princess of the Silent Moor Launch Party!
A mysterious young woman held captive on a silent moor. Her captors plotting revenge. The unlikeliest hero determined to save her. When the king of Eridan decided to eradicate the Ruby Witches from the land, he knew it would be difficult. But he had no idea the crushing form their revenge would take. And though…
Princess of the Silent Moor Playlist
It’s that time again! Time to amp up your reading experience with some of the songs that inspired my writing time! I really do love this list, despite it being shorter than some of my other ones. Whether you listen to music on Spotify, Youtube, iTunes, or some other music platform, I hope you can…
Rose of the Day Launch Party!
An ancient enchantress determined to destroy the Silver Rose. The rose mage determined to stop her. The fae prince who will protect the rose mage at all costs–even becoming something new. The ancient enchantress Nuala has sworn to destroy the Silver Rose and steal its magic, but Rose and Aemon are determined to stop her…
Rose of the Day Soundtrack
It’s time to listen to the soundtrack that inspired it all! And, I hope, to enjoy it as you read! If you don’t have this book yet, or you haven’t started on the trilogy, you can find the complete Rose of Destiny Trilogy here!
Fable Book Club – Before Beauty: Chapter 1 (In audio!)
So I’ve been looking for a new platform to connect with readers, and I think Fable might be exactly the place I want to be! It’s a place where readers meet in online book clubs to discuss books and movies! And I’ve created a new club for clean reads! (One that’s safe for your teen…
“Aslan is a lion- the Lion, the great Lion.” “Ooh” said Susan. “I’d thought he was a man. Is he-quite safe? I shall feel rather nervous about meeting a lion” …”Safe?” said Mr Beaver …”Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good. He’s the King, I tell you.” – The Lion,…
Lo, How a Rose E’re Blooming
A Fantasy Author’s Christmas Musings: 2023 I wasn’t planning on writing the Rose of Destiny Trilogy. In fact, I was slated to start the Chronicles of the Time Stones Trilogy to follow up Legacy of the Time Stones Trilogy. But no matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t find the right structure. Not yet, at…
The Huntsman’s Heart: Excerpt #2
I’m still racing through this book! But in the meantime, here’s another sneak peek! (Remember, if you’re on my newsletter team, you’ll be getting an even LONGER sneak peek in your inbox!) So if you’re not signed up, make sure you do! The Huntsman’s Heart A Clean Fantasy Fairy Tale Retelling of Snow White Excerpt…
The Huntsman’s Heart (A VERY Rough Draft of Chapter 1)
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been asked for Henri’s Fortier’s love story over the years. He charmed us all (including his author) back in Beauty Beheld, and we fell in love with him even more as Prince Nicholas’s best friend in Cinders, Stars, and Glass Slippers. He jumped in as one of…
Rose of the Fae Launch Party
It’s time foooooor… A BOOK PARTY IN A BLOG! As usual, to celebrate the launch of not only a new book, but a new series, we’re throwing ourselves a book party online…where you can attend in your pajamas with your snack of choice. So minor backstory here, this book is probably one of the most…
Protected: The Classical Kingdoms Collection Cover Reveal Party – (Non-Mage Version)
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The Enchanted Wreath Launch Party-in-a-Blog!
The Enchanted Wreath A Clean Fantasy Fairy Tale Retelling of The Enchanted Wreath Gisele’s life has been a nightmare since her mother died. Can a faerie-blessed flower wreath and a few little birds change not only her fate…but that of her kingdom as well? Gisele’s stepmother has no greater purpose than to see her own…
Rediscovering the Sacred
Author’s Note: My upcoming epic ya fantasy trilogy, The Rose of Destiny Trilogy, focuses a lot on the sacred. So I chose that as the theme for this year’s thoughts on Easter. Disclaimer: I don’t usually write pieces like this, as my readers are here for fantasy and romance adventures. But every Easter and Christmas,…
The Prince’s Dangerous Wish Launch Party
The day is finally here! The Prince’s Dangerous Wish: A Clean Fantasy Fairy Tale Retelling of The Pink is ready for you to read! As I told my readers on Facebook the other day, this little book surprised me. It’s either a short novel or a long novella (After you’ve read it, you can decide),…
An All New Newsletter Experience!
Whew! Once Upon 2023 is over, and I have sooooo much to catch you up on. First thing, if I come across like a caffeinated chipmunk, I haven’t slept well in four days, and my brain is showing it. So if I do something like I did yesterday, where I misspelled the word, “to,” you’ll…
Once Upon 2023 Party Central
Welcome to Once Upon 2023… It’s that time of year again! Happy National Fairy Tale Month! To celebrate our mutual love of all things happily-ever-after, seven clean fairy tale authors are hosting this online party just for you! (And all the cool friends you know you want to invite.) The cool thing about our party?…
The Seer’s Sacrifice Launch Party
The Seer’s Sacrifice The days to fix the Time Stones are running thin.The Seer has fallen to Sun Sickness.The Blood Fire Throne still has no heir. After escaping the devastating battle between Mhaedin and Rangvald’s forces, Eirin, Drystan, and their friends set out for Iilaedin, the Dragons’ Fire Blood Throne, to fix the Time Stones….
Happy Thanksgiving!
In America, it’s Thanksgiving Day! Whether or not you’re in America, however, I’m thankful for you! I hope you have a lovely day planned. We’re having to push our big family celebration off because Vegas has about ten thousand viruses making their rounds, and we’re being extra safe for the great-grandparents. But you can bet…
The White Slipper is Available!
And a launch like never before! The White Slipper is available!!! So there is a WHOLE lot going on in this graphic. That’s because there’s a whole lot going on with this launch! But first… The White Slipper: A Retelling of The White Slipper What can a poor apothecary offer the princess who has it…
The Seer’s Dragon Launch Party!!!
Welcome to The Seer’s Dragon Launch Party! As always, we have fun stuff, free stuff, and snacks (meaning, whatever you’ve got in your refrigerator at the moment). The best part is that you don’t even have to change out of your pajamas to enjoy it. So make sure to buy or borrow the book, scroll…
How to Write a Book Review
Want to write book reviews but don’t know where to begin? Here’s a simple step-by-step article on how to write-and how not to write-book reviews. How to review: Ratings & Reviews are Different Not everyone knows this, but ratings and reviews aren’t the same thing. A Rating is simply the star value you attach to…
The Seer’s Dragon Soundtrack
Note: The Apple Embed code is sometimes a bit finicky. If it doesn’t play the song when you hit the button, you can hit, “View in Apple Music,” and it will take you to the right place. The correct song will be highlighted in the album. As always, it’s time to enjoy some of the…
There Is Majesty…
(Happy Easter!!! Also, I moved and I’ve got a bonus story!) We live in a world that is becoming increasingly informal. In some ways, this is good. The death of pantyhose, for example. (Nasty, filthy things, Precious.) But I think we’ve also begun to lose our sense of majesty. Nothing and everything can be sacred according to…
What is Truth?
Maundy Thursday Musings… I recently had an objection to my dedication in The Seer’s Secret, partly offended by my claim to objective truth. I’m going to preface by saying that even if you don’t agree with my worldview, you are still a welcome member of this community. I love you and value you because I…
The Seven Years Princess is HERE!!!
You read the rough draft. Now the full story is here. And I’m so thankful that you were a part of it. So if you’re ready to read this fairy tale in its final form, it’s yours for the taking! Her kingdom is in ashes.Her crown is worth even less.Her betrothed is promised to another.But…
The Seven Years Princess: A Retelling of Maid Maleen – Soundtrack
It’s soundtrack time! I don’t know about you, but I love having music when I read books. I also use it when I write them. And in hopes of making your reading experience more enjoyable, I’ve created a playlist using some of the songs that were instrumental in helping me write and finish The Seven…
Seer’s Secret Party in a Blog
It’s Launch Day!!!! The Seer’s Secret is officially here! Which means not only can you delve into this epic fantasy world, but you’ve got this party in a blog to attend. Because I like parties. For those of you who haven’t attended a Party in a Blog yet, this is how it works. I write…
Clara’s Soldier Soundtrack
I always use music to help me really get to the emotional place I need to be to write every book, but it was even more important than usual for Clara’s Soldier. Because, unlike in most of my fantasy stories, I was writing about the fallout of a real war. Some of it is Christmas…
The Sentinel’s Song: A Retelling of St. George and the Dragon Party in a Blog!
Book Launch Virtual Fun! Breaking Neverland is here! You can read it in Ebook, Print, and Kindle Unlimited! And since that’s no small matter, I thought we’d have a bit of fun to celebrate! The Sentinel’s Song: A Retelling in the Making… I don’t know how many of you know this, but Sentinel’s Song is…
Going Wide (and more weekly announcements)
So this week is full of big announcements! I’m surfacing from the Pit of Despair (just kidding…from editing my manuscript) to wave hi and let you know how things are moving along. So get a snack and hunker down. 1. Cinderella’s in Hardback! IT’S FINALLY HERE!!! My picture book Cinderella: An Illustrated Fairy Tale Classic…
Welcome to My National Fairy Tale Day Party! – Party Event #1
National Fairy Tale Day is finally here!!! First of all, I want to thank you all for coming to hang out with me! I know it’s not the same as in-person (Can you tell this extrovert is a little starved for some REAL talking-hugging-people-ing time?) But we’re going to have a BLAST today. And just…
My Las Vegas Airman is LIVE!!!
I’m kind of thrilled to say this, but… MY LAS VEGAS AIRMAN IS LIVE!!!!! Get My Las Vegas Airman here: So this is the most fun I’ve ever had writing a book. I mean, I have fun with every book. But most of my books are rather deep and soul-rending, and to have one that…
My Las Vegas Airman Soundtrack
My Las Vegas Airman Soundtrack You all know by now that I create soundtracks to help me focus on my manuscripts. These are very specific soundtracks that I craft to help me focus on whatever project the soundtrack has been built for. There’s a reason each song is picked, so it’s always fun to release…
Breaking Neverland: A Retelling of Peter Pan Part II Party in a Blog!
Book Launch Virtual Fun! Breaking Neverland is here! You can read it in ebook, Print, and Kindle Unlimited! And I thought we’d have a bit of fun to celebrate! Breaking Neverland: A Retelling of Peter Pan, Part II With 2020 being…well, 2020, I decided we need to have as much fun as possible during this…
The Breaking Neverland Soundtrack
Because Breaking Neverland is the sequel to the first, you’ll see some crossover from the soundtrack to Neverland Falling, the first half of Wendy and Peter’s story. I kept the songs that I felt really captured the story as a whole, and I added a few more! If you can, listen to this before or…
Gina Marinello-Sweeney
Hi, everyone! I’m Gina, your resident quirky yet wonderstruck author who dances in a world of fairy tales and albino wombats. I have been writing ever since I was a little girl and turned my bedroom into a “library,” complete with due date slips and a check-out stamp. I also essentially lived in the fairy-tale…
Annika Authoress
Hello friends, welcome to my page! While I’m relatively new to being an author, this year is my tenth year writing novels! I discovered my love of writing as a freshman in high school – which is somehow ten years ago – when I wrote a Barbie Princess Charm School meets The Princess Diaries-esque novella…
Enchanting Confections
Do you know what kind of fairy tale is really sweet? The kind in the upcoming Enchanting Confections series – a collection of clean and cozy fairy tales guaranteed to delight your sweet tooth! This series is full of warm fuzzies, sweet, no-spice romance, and treats that will make you hungry as you read! There…
Gabrielle Landi
Hello! I’m Gabrielle Landi, and I’m so glad you’re here. I live in Southern Indiana with my husband and three children, and I have a soft spot for every stray cat that ends up on my front porch. When I’m not writing, I spend my time chasing my kiddos, wishing there was more coffee, and…
Brittany Fichter
Hi! I’m Brittany Fichter, and I currently hail from the kingdom of northern Utah (where the Air Force has placed us for the time being). I’m a military wife, homeschool mom, lifelong nerd, arts and crafts geek, history buff, fantasy writer, drinker of coffee-flavored creamer, and conservative Christian. My degree is in elementary education, but…
Erin Halbmaier
Hi, I’m Erin Halbmaier, and I’m baking up some treats for you today! Well…sort of…I can’t reach through the web page to pass you a warm, gooey chocolate chip cookie. I can’t even give you a slice of yummy fresh-baked bread! I know. Rough. SUPER disappointing. Fresh bread is the best! (If you don’t believe…
Nikki Crown
I am first and forever a reader. I spent seven years as a beta reader and book reviewer under the social media handle @ourbookconfessions and will cherish the friendships I made in that chapter of my life. I can be found reading anything from fantasy to cozy mystery to rom-com to historical fiction as long…
Mary Mecham
Hello, friends! I’m Mary Mecham, a high stakes, high swoon, no spice author who LOVES fairytales and romantasy. I have lots of fun things for you today, including TONS of freebies, so let’s get started!!! 3 FREE Audiobooks! Let’s start strong with 3 FREE audiobooks!!! Make sure to subscribe to my channel on YouTube so…
Sarah Carlisle
Hi, everyone! I’m so thrilled to be here for Brittany’s Once Upon 2026! I have been addicted to reading since I first learned how. I’ve carried books with me everywhere . . . to sports games (professional sports games required two books!), school, bus rides and car trips, and even when my parents told me…
From Darkness to Light: A Christmas Devotion
Fantasy readers are obsessed with the concepts of darkness and light. From our book covers to our tropes to our genres, nearly everything is categorized in some way, shape, or form in relation to darkness and light. And with good reason. What’s more powerful than the moment when Gandalf comes down, as though bringing the…