Title Reveal for My Debut YA Thriller
I’m thrilled to reveal the final title for my debut YA thriller: ALL YOUR TWISTED SECRETS. Ahhhh! I’m so excited! ALL YOUR TWISTED SECRETS is being published by HarperTeen in Winter 2020. As you...
How I Outlined All Your Twisted Secrets
I've always loved learning about how a book came to fruition. It's fascinating to learn how my favorite stories were crafted, and how authors have such different processes. So today I'm giving you a...
The Query Letter for All Your Twisted Secrets
Today I wanted to offer my blog readers a behind-the-scenes look at my publishing process, and show you my query letter for All Your Twisted Secrets. In case you're not familiar, authors send "query...
What It’s Like to Edit Your Book for a Publisher
I’ve regaled you before with my advice for tackling edit letters when revising a novel, which was based on my experience editing for agents and CPs. For the most part, this is still my process. But...
Thriller Books I Loved as a Teen of the ’90s & ’00s
Lately I’ve been on a bit of a nostalgia kick for my teenage years, from books, to video games, and even the good ol’ Windows ‘95 startup chime. Maybe it’s because the world felt safer (pre-9/11!),...
I Got a Book Deal! HarperTeen to Publish All Your Twisted Secrets in 2020
I can’t believe this is real. My debut novel All Your Twisted Secrets will be published by HarperTeen in 2020. It's a twisty locked-room psychological thriller, and I'm absolutely thrilled it's...
What It’s Like to Attend a Book Conference as an Introvert (+ Survival Tips)
Whether you’re an author or reader, attending a book conference or festival is an amazing way to connect with like-minded book lovers and get books signed by your favorite authors. I’m headed to...
How I Tackle Edit Letters When Revising a Novel
I recently completed a round of edits for my newest novel! Revising a novel can be tricky business. While my process is still fresh in my head, I wanted to share it for anyone who might find it...
My 6 Top Tips for Authors Querying Literary Agents
A note to fellow authors: Friends, thanks for visiting my blog. Before you read this post, please note that I wrote it pre-pandemic. Times have changed, querying wait times are longer than ever, and...
8 Most Helpful Books on Writing Fiction
I rarely read nonfiction, but when I do, it’s usually on the craft of writing fiction. There’s a bit of irony in there somewhere. With each new book I write, I'm always looking to improve on my...
20 Cat GIFs Guaranteed to Make You Smile
Owning a cat (or any fuzzy creature) is a known stress reducer, and I have a super cute kitty at home. But sometimes I get stressed while at work — maybe I read a frustrating political story, or...
6 Best Ways to Relax and De-Stress When You Get Overwhelmed
I'm a young adult fiction author with a full-time job, which essentially means I have two full-time jobs. Both are extremely challenging, require a ton of creative focus, and put me on the receiving...