My extended family and I recently spent a magical week in Jamaica, a surprising place to be thinking about second chances. I have to admit, everything about the trip exceeded my expectations: the ocean (the water really is turquoise), the weather (in the 70s and 80s every day with an occasional afternoon rain shower), the food, and especially the friendly, optimistic people.

We spent hours on the beach, mostly sitting in the shade. One of the activities that fascinated me was the kids'...

If you love stories that feature character reinvention, community, purpose, and of course, romance, welcome!

More than your typical happily-ever-after story, my novels feature strong, flawed women and men who've lived their lives and continue to struggle with personal wounds, but somehow find a way to make a life together.

Sit back and enjoy some information about the themes you'll see in my books:

Later-in-life romance:

All my novels feature characters over 50, giving today's audience a chance...

That's right, after five long years, I have The Bluffs between Us 'author proof' in my hands. Finally, my later-in-life contemporary romance novel sees the light of day!

And I feel different. Content, accomplished, and a little smug that I've succeeded where 99% of Americans have not--I've completed a book, albeit self-published, and it will be available to the world in the next few weeks.

I know the work is not done. I know the marketing process is very tricky and very tough. I know most...