Snarky, independent women, queer characters, and found families on irreverent but hopeful journeys through vividly-drawn magical worlds
 
Category: <span>A Writer’s Life</span>

Kirkus Review of A Song of Storm and Shadow

I just realized I never posted the Kirkus Review of A Song of Storm and Shadow, which I almost exactly two years ago. So I’m doing it now! Superlative characters garner the spotlight in this quiet but absorbing fantasy. In Cain’s series opener, a royal arranged marriage may bring peace—unless …

Cover Reveal: A Wailing on Walnut Street

On June 17, 2026, A Wailing on Walnut Street will be available in ebook and print format! The Morrigan McBride Mysteries have already had a soft launch into the world over at my Substack, but now you’ll be able to add a physical book to your shelf! Isn’t the cover beautiful? …

Cover Reveal – Witchery’s End

I’m finally here to share the cover of Witchery’s End with you! The art is once again by the amazing Nicole Cardiff. I gave her some character and setting descriptions and a general outline of some plot points, and she came up with something even more beautiful and thrilling than …