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THRILLED to reveal the cover for the upcoming Richmond Fantastic anthology from @whitakerlyonpress, which includes a short story from me. It's set at the Poe Museum (where my profile pic was taken). Pre-orders for the ebook are live and the sale date is Oct. 6! Link below if you want an ARC.

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In case you've been thinking about the submission call for #meetcute short fiction for our upcoming #romance anthology, there's still time! You have 19 days to write 1500-7500 words for #MeetVirginia. Full details here: whitakerlyon.com/submissions/...

Thrilled that my story “Stay With Me” has been published by @literarygarage.bsky.social! If you like classic noir with a twist, and endings that keep you thinking long after reading, this one’s for you.

I've been a little remiss in sharing some exciting writing news: I've had another short story accepted for publication in an anthology, this one the Richmond Fantastic anthology, coming in October from Whitaker Lyon Press. More on this tk soon. #writing

Exciting news! My flash fiction, "Directions to a New Life," has been published by The Yard: Crime Blog. Check it out here: theyardcrimeblog.com/2026/04/17/d...

Directions To A New Life - The Yard: Crime BlogHave you ever just wanted to get away? Maybe go somewhere fun? Well, if you are truly dedicated, here are some directions.theyardcrimeblog.com

IT’S HERE! Feeling grateful to have in my hands, my author’s copies of #ShenandoahFantastic, an anthology of short stories set in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. If you like speculative fiction—sci-fi, horror, fantasy—you’ll really enjoy this book. Official launch coming 🔜

Big plans for tonight!

If you missed the flurry of events around the launch of the #charlottesvillefantastic anthology late last year, I have good news for you: A few of the authors including myself will be at Crozet (Virginia) library at 10am April 5 to read from our stories and talk about the anthology. Come see us!

My brain is stuck in a loop, thinking about how innocuous has 2 n’s but inoculate has 1. TGIF.

It’s been a minute. Been working hard on my writing. Two short story submissions under my belt so far this year. How’s your writing going? #writingcommunity #amwriting

Snow day vibes

I’m on Goodreads! Who wants to be reading buddies and help me jump start my reading pile in 2025?

First snow of the season! ❄️

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Happening now! #charlottesvillefantastic authors are signing copies of the book at @2ndactbooks on the downtownmallcville from 1-3pm. Come on in, say hi, and pick up some prezzies for yourself or that book lover on your list.

Looking for an autographed copy of #charlottesvillefantastic? You can pick one up on Saturday Dec. 14 at 2nd Act Books on Charlottesville's Downtown Mall, where authors including myself will happily sign your store-bought copy between 1-3pm ET. Hope to see you there! #writingcommunity

Good news! The Charlottesville Fantastic anthology e-book, featuring my short story "An Accident in Louisa Road," is now 99 cents on Amazon. The e-book is available in multiple countries including the US and UK. Snag this great deal now before it disappears at 3am EST on Saturday: amzn.to/4eYn6AK

Sunday mood. #catsofbluesky

Less time than Wordle, and you get more words in.

Working on some story plotting today. Who else is a plotter? I don’t usually do it for short stories, but this is a long story and I want to avoid a flabby middle! #writingcommunity #amwriting

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