Why Cartersville Appears in My Books: A Love Letter to My Hometown
Every author has a place that quietly finds its way into nearly every story they write.
Mine is Cartersville, Georgia.
Long before I was writing novels, these streets were shaping the way I see the world. They’re where I learned about community, second chances, and the quiet ways God shows up in everyday life. It’s only fitting that they became home to so many of my fictional characters, too.
If you’ve read the Grace Series, you’ve already wandered through downtown Cartersville. You’ve stood beneath the historic courthouse, passed familiar storefronts, and maybe even recognized a landmark or two.
People often ask why I chose my hometown as the backdrop for my books.
The answer is simple.
Saturday Starbucks Writer: Behind the Scenes
Saturday at 5 am and I have the Starbucks to my self for a little bit. Soon the seats will be filled with strangers chatting, studying, playing on their phones, or even just drinking coffee. But, right now, it’s just me. I’ve always enjoyed people watching, even as a kid. It was fun to make […]
How to be a Fantastic Beta Reader
Beta Readers help make my novels better. How? They bring another pair of eyes to my writing which can catch: Spelling errors I can’t see anymore because the text is so familiar to me and my editor. Structure issues – making sure my story flows and doesn’t feel too rushed or too slow. Strange wording […]