Who else loves magical books filled with dreamy forests and fairies? Once in a while, a book comes along with the ability to transport you into an enchanted world. I recently had the privilege of reading Bridget Collins’ (Flora Forager) debut fantasy middle-grade novel, “Moth Dust”, and I’ve never felt more carried away into such […]
Fantasy Book Review: ‘The Last Unicorn’ by Peter S. Beagle
It was time to return to one of my favorite fantasy novels of all time. Over the summer, I started re-reading Peter S. Beagle’s “The Last Unicorn” and am delighted to share some new thoughts on the story as well as this picture I took that captures the book in all its glory. There are […]
Medieval Fantasy Series ‘The Last Wizards of Tynedale’ Set to Release Next Year
Hello, friends and faeries! Just a quick update on my co-author’s and my medieval fantasy series for all of you who are following. We are very thrilled to be diving into yet another edit on the first book in the series “The Last Wizards of Tynedale”, which will be releasing next year. We’re also very […]
Magical Book Review: The Whimsy Enchantment of Mary Stewart’s ‘Thornyhold’
“I suppose that my mother could have been a witch if she had chosen to.” – Mary Stewart And so begins the first line of Mary Stewart’s novel, “Thornyhold”…. Greetings all, and a very Happy Halloween season to you! I wanted to share one of my favorite whimsy, magical reads this year, and especially right […]
Gothic Book Review: ‘The Uninvited’ by Dorothy Macardle
“It was there, beside the bed, a tall, shining cloud, that was almost a woman. It moved. It had eyes – and I ran.” – Dorothy Macardle, “The Uninvited” Ah, Halloween…is there any better time to read a Gothic ghost story by the glow of firelight? I was so excited to pick up “The […]
‘The Origins of Fairies in Popular Fairy & Folktales’ Debuts in ‘Modern Romantic Magazine’
Hi, everyone! I just wanted to pop on real quick to announce some exciting news! A few months back, “Modern Romantic Magazine” approached me to write a couple of articles and submit my photography for their summer fairytale-themed issue! “Modern Romantic” is a brand new magazine celebrating all things Romanticism in the modern age as […]
2020 Halloween Reads
A very Happy Halloween season to all of you, friends. Every year, I’m always on the hunt for a good spooky read during this time, and this year proved to yield some chilling finds. If you are looking for some good books to curl up with on a dark and stormy night, look no further […]
Gothic Fairytale Retelling Chosen as Quarter Finalist in ScreenCraft’s Cinematic Book Competition
What an incredible way to start 2020! A big thank you and shoutout to ScreenCraft for choosing my fantasy novel “Scarlette: A Gothic Folktale” as a quarterfinalist in their Cinematic Book Competition. I couldn’t be more thrilled for the acknowledgment and opportunity! The book’s premise is as follows: A nineteen-year old French peasant girl finds […]
‘Winterbay Abbey’ Chosen as Finalist in Seattle International Film Festival’s Bigfoot Screenplay Competition
Some big news today, friends! “Winterbay Abbey: A Ghost Story” has been chosen as a finalist in the Seattle International Film Festival’s (SIFF) screenwriting competition (hosted this year by the Bigfoot Script Challenge)!!! My co-author, John Bladek, and I couldn’t be more thrilled! The winner’s prize includes an exclusive fellowship with LA producer, Sean Robbins […]
‘Winterbay Abbey’ Chosen as Quarterfinalist in ScreenCraft’s Screenplay Competition
Some news today! My writing partner, John Bladek, and I were thrilled to see that our screenplay adaptation of “Winterbay Abbey: A Ghost Story” has made it into ScreenCraft’s Horror Screenplay Competition, and is in the quarterfinals. We were excited to enter this competition this year upon seeing that the Hollywood judges include representatives from: […]
New Documentary Highlighting ‘The Real History of Little Red Riding Hood’
Hello, everyone! I’m excited to announce that I’ve been working as a contributor on a documentary with independent filmmaker Molly Likovich. Likovich is the creator of the new web/public access series, “Hidden History” (PAC14). This series explores the veiled inspirations behind famous stories such as “The Nutcracker” and “Frankenstein”. Dedicated to investigating and uncovering […]
Remembering My Late Father and His Gift for Reading Fairy Tales
Hi, everyone. If you follow me on social media, you may have noticed I haven’t been as active and responsive as normal. Quite honestly, it’s been a struggle to cope with the recent loss of my father, but I wanted to catch you all up. Thankfully, through lots of grief, I’m slowly finding my way. […]
(GIVEAWAY and INTERVIEW) Charleston Author, Signe Pike’s, New Fantasy Novel Heralded as the Next ‘Outlander’
♦ “I was dreaming of the forest. This time no rustle of wind, no birdcall, no sliver of light penetrated the thick canopy of trees. Silence thundered in my ears like a band of warhorses. And then, through the gloom, I heard my mother call my name, her voice soft and hollow-throated as a dove’s. […]
New Project Announcement: Medieval Fantasy Series ‘The Last Wizard of Bretonia’
As if last week’s news wasn’t exciting enough, I’ve got something else to share with you all today. I’ve been holding onto this news for a while now, and I can finally say that my co-author, John Bladek, and I are pleased to announce our latest project. If you subscribe to my newsletter, you more […]
‘Winterbay Abbey: A Ghost Story’ Jumps Onto Amazon and Barnes & Noble Bestseller Lists a Third Time
What a fun weekend it’s been and not to mention a lovely way to kick off the fall! In case you missed the news, last Thursday, “Winterbay Abbey: A Ghost Story” jumped to #1 in Ghost Thrillers on Amazon in the U.S. The book also catapulted onto Barnes & Noble’s Top 100 Bestselling ebooks list, […]
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