Author, Autumn, Christmas
From Jack-O-Lanterns to Jingle Bells… and Somehow Skipping Thanksgiving?
But as soon as the calendar flips to November 1st? Boom. Christmas. Everywhere. Before we get into today’s topic, I just want to say—wow. The response to High Stakes has been incredible. Copies have been flying off the shelves faster than a rookie blackjack player doubling down on 12. I’ve been getting messages, early reviews,… Read More
Author, Autumn, Writing
Betting on Tomorrow: The Future of Gambling in a Sci-Fi World
And yet, the thrill remains the same. Whether the cards are plastic or photons, humans will always chase the high of what if I win this hand? I’ve been living in the world of High Stakes for months now—writing about blackjack tables, casino scams, and the thrill of beating the house. But lately, I’ve been… Read More
Author, Autumn, Writing
From Pumpkins to Predictions
The changing of the seasons always makes me reflective. The air turns crisp, the daylight shrinks, and life seems to slow down—if only for a moment—before the year-end chaos kicks in. Well, it’s official—Halloween has come and gone. The pumpkins have been picked, carved, and left to grin (or sag) on front porches for just… Read More
Autumn, Nature, Seasons
The Season of Stories: Fall’s Magic and the Tales That Shape Us
Ah, fall. The air turns crisp, the leaves transform into a riot of color, and the world seems to take a deep breath before winter’s chill sets in. For me, this time of year feels like a season tailor-made for storytelling. It’s a bridge between the playful chills of Halloween, the reflective gratitude of Thanksgiving,… Read More
Author, Autumn
Pumpkins and Poltergeist
Last weekend the kids and I picked the pumpkin patch. Although we had enough for decorating around our house (I say we had a few too many, the kids say not enough) I usually like to have enough pumpkins to give to neighbors and friends. The weather didn’t cooperate this year. Too much rain to… Read More
Author, Autumn, Nature, Seasons
The Season Begins to Change
There’s something almost magical about the shift from summer to fall, a feeling that hits you when the first cool breeze sweeps through and the sun sets just a little earlier. It’s my favorite time of year—especially as a lover of both nature and sci-fi, where the changing seasons can feel like stepping into a… Read More








