Meet Kat Bauer: A Story of Starting Over, Second Chances, and Rediscovering Herself
In Summer in the Moon Garden, Kat Bauer is a woman standing at a crossroads. After twenty years of marriage, Kat’s world is quietly falling apart. Her once-loving husband has become distant. Her...
Ghost Stories to Moon Gardens: My Novel’s Journey
From Supernatural Fascination to Moon Garden Inspiration The mystical and unknown have always captivated me. I grew up in the 80s, a golden era for supernatural horror. This environment fueled my...
The Inspiration Behind My Latest Novel
When I sat down to write my latest novel, Summer in the Moon Garden, I never imagined the journey it would take me on—both creatively and emotionally. The seed of this story was...
Meet Jess Dalton: A Fierce and Tender Heroine in Small-Town Women’s Fiction | Summer in the Moon Garden
If Kat is learning how to move forward, Jess Dalton is learning how to stand her ground. In Summer in the Moon Garden, Jess is the woman you want in your corner—fiercely loyal, quietly determined,...
Sweet Mama Jane’s Cinnamon Rolls
These are my take on The Pioneer Woman’s cinnamon rolls. I cut her recipe in half and I use cream cheese frosting instead of the glaze from her recipe—they never disappoint. Soft, buttery, and...
Second Chances in Life and Love
Second chances—those slippery, almost mythical opportunities we long for—often feel like something that happens in books or movies rather than in real life. “If only I could do it all over again…”...
Easy Hamburger Vegetable Soup Recipe (Pioneer Woman Style)
During the winter months, I make a pot of soup every Monday. The Pioneer Woman's Hamburger Soup, a rustic twist on classic beef vegetable soup, has become a staple in my weekly rotation. The rich...
The Art of Less
As January unfolds, there's a familiar buzz in the air—the promise of fresh starts and new beginnings. But this year, I plan to approach it differently. Instead of adding more to our plates, what if...
From Prayer to Poetry: My Family’s Evolving Holiday Tradition
There's something magical about how family traditions evolve over time, taking on new forms while preserving their spirit. In our family, what began as a moment of prayer before holiday meals has...
Festive Chocolate Peppermint Brownie Recipe
There's something magical about the combination of chocolate and peppermint during the holiday season. While some might argue that chocolate is perfect on its own, the addition of cool, crisp...
From Reluctant Reader to Novelist: How Books Changed My Life
As the holiday season approaches, I find myself reflecting on the simple pleasures that bring meaning to life—moments with loved ones, the comfort of a warm meal, or the soft glow of holiday lights....
