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Reading Life

The Ultimate Cozy Reading Night Setup (For Romance Readers Who Mean Business)

Everything you need to turn an ordinary evening into a full-on reading ritual — from the perfect pillow to the candle that smells like a library.

Apr 9, 2026

6 min read

Book Recommendations

Best Billionaire Romance Books to Read After Manhattan Money Kings

Finished the Manhattan Money Kings series and need your next obsession? Here are the billionaire romances I personally recommend — with the same heat, heart, and complicated men.

Apr 7, 2026

5 min read

Behind the Scenes

What I Burn While I Write: My Favorite Candles for the Writing Mood

Scent is the fastest shortcut to a creative mood. Here are the candles I actually burn while writing the Manhattan Money Kings — and why I think every writer should have a dedicated writing scent.

Apr 4, 2026

4 min read

Reading Life

The Romance Reader Gift Guide (For Every Budget)

Whether you're shopping for a friend, a partner, or yourself — here's the definitive gift guide for the romance reader in your life, with something for every budget.

Apr 2, 2026

5 min read

Writing Life

A Day in the Life of a Romance Author

Ever wondered what a typical writing day looks like? From morning coffee rituals to late-night plot breakthroughs, here's an honest peek into my daily routine as a USA TODAY bestselling romance author.

Dec 29, 2025

8 min read

Reading Recommendations

NYC Romance Books: Fall in Love with Manhattan

There's a reason so many romance novels are set in New York City. The energy, the ambition, the collision of millions of lives in one extraordinary place—Manhattan provides the perfect backdrop for love stories.

Dec 16, 2024

9 min read

Reading Recommendations

Secret Baby Romance Books: The Ultimate Reading Guide

Few tropes in romance deliver the emotional punch of a secret baby story. The revelation, the reckoning, the journey to becoming a family—when done right, these books will have you ugly-crying in the best possible way.

Dec 15, 2024

10 min read

Reading Recommendations

Best Billionaire Romance Series to Binge-Read in 2024

Looking for your next book boyfriend? These billionaire romance series deliver swoon-worthy heroes, emotional depth, and the kind of chemistry that keeps you reading until 3 AM.

Dec 14, 2024

8 min read

Writing Tips

5 Essential Tips for Writing Steamy Romance Scenes

Learn how to write compelling, authentic intimate scenes that enhance your story and connect with readers on an emotional level.

Nov 15, 2024

8 min read

Book Updates

From Zero to Published: My Self-Publishing Journey

How I went from corporate VP to bestselling romance author, and the lessons I learned along the way about KDP publishing.

Nov 10, 2024

12 min read

Marketing

Building Your Author Brand on Social Media

Practical strategies for growing your author platform on Instagram and Facebook without spending hours online every day.

Nov 5, 2024

10 min read

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