Meet Meg Meg was raised on Swansong Island by the goodhearted family who took her in as an orphaned baby. At age eighteen, her life turns upside-down when she learns that she was actually born the Princess of Elorain. Her kingdom, which no longer stands, has been replaced by an oppressive new regime whose leaders … Continue reading Meet the Cast of Romancing the Princess
Ready for two fantastical tales of swashbuckling, shenanigans, and swoon-worthy romance? Each story stands alone and can be read in any order: Series Page ABOUT THE EMPEROR'S EXPEDITION A trio of royal siblings brave the wild frontiers to secure their place in history, setting the stage for a zany adventure filled with chaos, danger, and … Continue reading SPRING into the all-new, 2024 Jordinia Romance Adventures!
My family & I were house hunting last weekend and visited a creepy old home built in the 1930s, which my son and I agreed felt pretty haunted. (The basement well looked like a hell portal, after all...) I was telling a friend about the escapade and she said, "You should totally write a haunted … Continue reading Now Back in Circulation
After a decade of indie publishing, I've witnessed a lot of change in the industry. The market fluctuates, trends come and go, and even the loveliest of artwork can fall out of fashion. While I've absolutely adored all of the artwork for my books from the incredibly talented designers I've been honored to work with … Continue reading New Covers for Two Retellings
My newest release, Romancing the Princess, is now available, earlier than expected! Download your free e-book instantly, or purchase in paperback. Links and description below! Download the e-book, free everywhere! Experience a swashbuckling romantic adventure in a fantasy world,perfect for fans of Anastasia and The Princess Bride! Meg of Swansong Island was raised as an … Continue reading 🎉🎉Romancing the Princess: Release Day!🎉🎉
Romancing the Princess will be released on May 30, 2023! What are the differences between this all-new adaptation and the source material? Find out in the author's exclusive FAQ with Called by the Heart Publications! What happens when an author of retellings writes a retelling...of her own novel? Called by the Heart: Why did you … Continue reading What’s New? FAQ: Romancing The Princess Vs. The Duchess Quest
Ten years ago, as a 23-year-old new mother with no formal education, I had a dream of writing an epic, swashbuckling romance. With plenty of passion but not much by way of technique, I took on the ambitious undertaking of writing my first novel. Well, the original version was a disaster, collecting rejections by 164 … Continue reading A New Adventure Is Coming Soon…
When I was a little girl, my father, a dentist, used to travel to dental conventions around the world. From his travels, he would bring me back little trinkets and gifts. A doll, a genie lamp. A piece of petrified coral, a new dress. But my favorite of the presents he brought me was a … Continue reading Treasure
What is "Greensleeves"? "Greensleeves" is a traditional English folksong from the 16th or 17th century. You might better recognize the tune as the Christmas carol, "What Child Is This?" Trajan et Hadrian, Fair Use License. The lyrics are as follows: Image courtesy of Pinterest You can listen to an instrumental guitar version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wARiOb80Zr0 Who Was … Continue reading Who was Lady Greensleeves?
I'm so proud to announce that my YA fantasy novel, WHISPER, received Honorable Mention in the 2021 Readers' Favorite Book Awards Contest in the Holiday Fiction category! Thank you to everyone at Readers' Favorite for their support. #ReadersFavorite#yafantasy#indieauthorsView all 2021 Winners: https://readersfavorite.com/2021-award-contest-winners.htm Get the book: https://bit.ly/whisperckbrooke
My new novella is now available! Cover art by Dragonpen Press Designs “‘Tristan and Isolde’? More like stuff and nonsense…" At age eighteen, Isolde of Ayrland is expected to master the healing arts and uphold her mother’s legacy as a healer, but she’s nowhere near ready for the undertaking. Though her mother’s always urging her … Continue reading New Release: As Told by Isolde, A Mythic Maidens Novella (Mythic Maidens #5)
To all aspiring writers: Have you always dreamed of writing a book but aren't sure where to start? Do you know there's a story or message inside you, if you only had the tools to uncover it? Do you want to be an author but doubt whether you're talented, educated, or qualified enough?Anyone can write a … Continue reading Anyone Can Write! ✒
As the publishing industry is ever-changing in this increasingly digital landscape, we writers must adapt to new ways of sharing our words with the world. Earlier this year, an innovative app developer reached out with an offer I couldn’t refuse. I’m eager to announce that my newest historical romance, The Poet Bride, is now available exclusively … Continue reading My Newest Historical Romance, The Poet Bride, is FREE Exclusively on Readict!
I am delighted to announce that my novel, Marian, Princess Thief, has won the 2020 BiBA (Best Indie Book Award) in the Young Adult category! I want to extend my gratitude & thanks to everyone at the Best Indie Book Awards. I'm very excited about this win and am happy that so many people are … Continue reading Marian, Princess Thief is a 2020 Best Indie Book Award (BiBA) Winner!
🎉 It's Release Day! 🎉In the mood for Fantasy, Romance, and a spooky Christmas tale?Get lost in my newest book!Available in ebook & paperback:Buy NowAdd to GoodreadsThank you for helping Whisper reach #1!ABOUT THE BOOK:Featuring an exclusive interview with the author! Kestrel Rosemont just wants a place to belong. An artist at heart, stuck with a prim, practical family that doesn’t … Continue reading Whisper Release Day!
Lady Greensleeves, my novelized adaptation of the folksong "Greensleeves," is now a free audio book you can listen to on YouTube! Start listening here: https://youtu.be/Yb3DFiVOAVc
https://youtu.be/24e9no-a8p8 You can now listen to my #YAMermaid short story, Shell, as a free audio book on YouTube! Or, you can read the ebook right here.
Meet Dmitri Full Name: Dmitri Straussen Featured in: The Wrong Prince by C.K. Brooke From: Tybiria, East Halvea, World of Jordinia Status: Crown Prince of Tybiria Distinguishing characteristics: Tall, blond, and bespectacled. Loves books and reading poetry and novels. Often lost in his own daydreams. Motivations: Until his imprisonment, his biggest aspiration was to write … Continue reading Meet the Hero: Dmitri
Are you an avid reader, writer/reviewer, or book blogger? Seeking to grow your audience, get more reads, or simply fill your life with fun new books before they're released? Join my ARC review team and receive free ebooks and digital audio book codes for review! Complete the form to apply today Embedded link above not … Continue reading Review My ARCs
Meet Raul Full Name: Raul Petigua Featured in: The Emperor’s Daughters by C.K. Brooke From: Halai, Heppestoni Status: Emissary Raul’s Story: Once a foot soldier lost in the wilderness, Raul discovered his knack for building shelters long before he became an emissary for his temple. With his home village recently ravaged by a great wave, … Continue reading Meet the Hero: Raul
Meet Bram Full Name: Officer Abram Visigoth Featured in: The Emperor's Expedition From: Pierma, Jordinia Status: Officer of the Royal Guard Distinguishing characteristics: Tall, calm. Dark eyes and hair with a violet sheen. Motivations: Duty, honor, service, compassion. Bram’s Story: Bram is the son of the Emperor's Head Guard, and followed in his father's footsteps … Continue reading Meet the Hero: Bram
Meet Mal Full Name: Mallory Cotts Featured in: The Golden Dove by C.K. Brooke From: The Kingdom of Dorsett Status: Stable girl at Dorsett Castle Distinguishing characteristics: Long black hair, tall and gangly. Gentle and modest; good with horses. Motivations: Just to take and live each day as it comes. Mallory is determined to make … Continue reading Meet the Heroine: Mal
Meet Pavi Full Name: Pavola Ward Featured in: The Wrong Prince by C.K. Brooke From: Wintersea Fortress, Llewes, East Halvea, World of Jordinia. Status: Ward of the king Distinguishing characteristics: Tiny and slender. Cropped red hair. Extremely intelligent. Taught herself to read and loves devouring tomes about science and mathematics. Motivations: To escape the oppressive … Continue reading Meet the Heroine: Pavi
When I sat down to write this article, I originally wanted to title it, 'Why I Love Self-Publishing!' But when I really began to envision my preface about how much my publishers have taught me, and what an integral part of my writer's journey they've been, I realized pretty quickly that I am only a … Continue reading The Perks of Being a Hybrid Author
My upcoming novel, Marian, Princess Thief: A Robin Hood Retelling, is full of strong, kick-butt heroines! In preparation for its release, I thought I'd let you in on a special preview of the characters, Lady Marian's Merry Maidens: Name: Alaina DalePseudonym: “Alan-a-Dale”Origin: Once a minstrel in a traveling pack of troubadoursOutlawed: By choice Weapon of … Continue reading Meet the Merry Maidens
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