Christmas, Seasons
Grateful, Looking Ahead, and Telling the Next Story
Christmas music, in particular, is a kind of storytelling magic. Three minutes. A handful of lyrics. And somehow it captures memory, longing, joy, loss, hope. The response to High Stakes has been incredible. The messages, reviews, word-of-mouth recommendations, and excitement around the book have honestly been humbling. Seeing readers connect with the characters, the tension,… Read More
Christmas, Seasons
From Ghosts to Gizmos: How Christmas Storytelling Has Changed (and Where It’s Going)
Suddenly, Christmas stories didn’t have to be quiet or solemn. They could be slapstick, action-packed, or downright ridiculous. Well, the lights are up, the radio has declared a hostile takeover via Mariah Carey, and every store within a hundred miles now smells like cinnamon pinecones and fiscal panic. That can only mean one thing: we… Read More
Christmas, Seasons
Snowstorms, Stories, and the Spirit of the Season
Why did Christmas stories shift from ghostly Victorian hauntings, to nostalgic mid-century sentimentality, to chaotic ’90s comedies, to the algorithm-generated Hallmark era, and beyond? Before we dive into today’s topic, I want to start with a huge thank you. The response to High Stakes has been nothing short of incredible. You’ve bought it, reviewed it,… Read More
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
Christmas, Seasons, Time Travel
A Christmas Carol: A Tale of Ghosts, Guilt, and… Time Travel?
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is one of the most beloved and analyzed works in literary history. It’s a story of transformation, redemption, and seasonal cheer—or, more bluntly, a warning not to be a jerk, lest ghosts hijack your holiday plans. But while we’re busy discussing its social commentary and warm fuzzy ending, we often… Read More
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