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5 Things I Learned in Hawaii

Posted onJune 20, 2015January 14, 20191 Comment

Also see my post 5 Things I Learned in Colorado. I was recently lucky enough to travel to the Big Island of Hawai’i. I received an award at work and extended my travel for two days. I’m so glad that I extended as I was able to experience even more of the island. Although there are more things I learned Read More …

Dragon Con 2014

Posted onSeptember 14, 2014May 5, 2016Leave a comment

It has been two weekends since Dragon Con, and I am sad. I miss standing in long lines in the 90 degrees feels-like-110 streets of Atlanta. I miss the 28 floor elevator ride to the top of our hotel. I miss forgetting to eat and drink due to the excitement. Well, maybe not that last part. But it was fun Read More …

DragonCon Pictures

Posted onSeptember 12, 2013May 5, 2016Leave a comment

Here are some pictures from DragonCon
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Preparing for Dragon Con 2013

Posted onJuly 15, 2013May 5, 2016Leave a comment

It’s that time again. Time for me to get excited for Dragon Con! And prep new costumes.

I’ll definitely be going as Starbuck from Battlestar Galactica again, seeing as a few major characters will be joining that weren’t there last year. Helo, Dualla, Adama. Oh yeah.

I have to check out if there are any Stargate actors, as I have that costume done as well. When I go to the Read More …

Title: Imaginari

Release Date: 2024-10-23

Summary: Step into lyrics of science, science fiction, and fantasy where robots fight for their autonomy, fairies wage war against goblins, and humanity reaches for what awaits them in the stars. This collection of poetry holds a glimpse of the human experience disguised in fairytales and stardust. You will encounter themes that resonate with our reality, such as motherhood, growth, feminism, hope, and nature. Whether you are a fan of epic sagas, whimsical tales, or lyrical reflections, you will find something to spark the imagination in this anthology. Prepare to be enchanted by an invitation to dreams of the fantastical.

Title: Tavern Tale

Release Date: 2025-01-10

Summary: What if the side quest is really the main quest? Inspired by RPGs and set in scenic autumn, it has the world-building of Dragon Age (and spicy sapphic romance) and sprinkles of slice-of-life from Legends and Lattes. Divine, a 25-year-old former healer of the Goddess of Souls is chasing her talisman, the key to accessing her magic well, which was stolen by a servant of the Goddess of Condemnation and an enemy. In Iramont, Divine meets Saph. The flirty tavern owner and axe wielder with an eyepatch has a proposition: Saph will help Divine locate her talisman if Divine helps her complete a mysterious quest in a chest. Preorder Now!

Title: The Lady’s Crownbearer

Release Date: 2023-12-01

Summary: It’s like Christmas and May Day fused together in this cozy fantasy adventure short story. As the finishing winds blow and the weather turns colder, Kilahym the bard arrives at his hometown to perform for the Day of Laphrim celebration. His friend and peer, Ansgar, is there to make sure everything goes according to plan—but Ansgar has a nose for trouble. Amidst the scent of honeyed nuts and revelers weaving ribbons around a tree, a plot is afoot. When Kilahym’s performance doesn’t go as planned, Ansgar seizes the moment and leads him in pursuit of a legendary creature. Will they find something magical in the forest, or will something find them instead? Step into the world of Etherea in a winter holiday short story set before the events of the novel Trials of the Innermost. Readers of the Etherea Cycle will see the character Kilahym before he was chosen for the Trials, and the loveable rogue Ansgar. This winter fantasy adventure is packed with sass, charm, and magic. If you enjoy the cozy feel of Legends and Lattes, and the winter holiday vibes in The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe then this story is for you!