Spring break brought rainstorms, Vikings‑in‑training, a domestic war zone of spring cleaning, and the chaotic countdown to my Barnes & Noble signing. Between last‑minute flyers, triple‑checking inventory, and loading my Jeep like it was prepping for battle, it was a lot — but the milestone and the magic made every bit of chaos worth it.

Greetings & Salutations, my fellow writers and readers! Today, I want to share another glimpse into my writing realm – a world that is as...