As I write this, I’m having a real-life special day, for which I’m grateful. I’m sitting on our boat in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We’re docked near the Intracoastal Waterway. My husband is enjoying the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show and I’ve stayed behind with our papillons. I’m spending most of the day writing a dark romance… READ MORE
Dear Stella, When did you first know that you wanted to be a writer? And when are you writing another story set in New Orleans? ~ Amy W. Hi Amy, Two very different questions! My dream of being a writer began when I was really, really young. Maybe 7 years old? Or 8? Perhaps it… READ MORE
Are you a pop music fan? I love it, and listen to it as I write. I slip into my writing chair, put on my earphones, and crank up the volume—the louder the better. I’m not a music critic. To be honest, there’s a strong likelihood I’m tone deaf. It’s difficult to explain why music… READ MORE
Deceived is set in New Orleans; Jigsaw takes place in Paris, and elsewhere. To celebrate Jigsaw’s June 30th release day, I’ve put together a book lovers gift box with reflections of both cities. Enter from Wednesday, June 29 (6 p.m. CST) to Tuesday, July 5 (8 p.m. CST) Giveaway includes: a Kindle Paperwhite + $25… READ MORE
Deceived is set in New Orleans; Jigsaw opens in Paris. To announce Jigsaw’s eBook preorder availability on Amazon beginning May 16, I put together a fantastic gift box that celebrates both cities! The contest will run from 6pm CST on Monday, May 16th through 8pm CST on Wednesday, May 18th. Enter now to win: Mignon Faget Sterling Silver Fleur-de-… READ MORE
Giveaway Runs From Saturday, April 30, 2016, 7 p.m. Central Time through Monday, May 2, 2016, at 8 p.m. Central Time
In anticipation of the June release of Jigsaw, I’ve put together a gift box you won’t want to miss!
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It’s hard to believe that it’s been two years since my last website post. Without dwelling on the reasons behind my extended absence, I’ll say that the pandemic certainly didn’t help my struggles. If you’ve also had a rough time lately, I sincerely hope that better times are ahead. Recently, as my personal fog lifted,… READ MORE
Although I write romantic thrillers, don’t be fooled. While my stories include romance, Valentine’s Day doesn’t rock my world. The modern-day version is too much of a cliché-fest: an exchange of overpriced greeting cards, imprinted with pre-packaged sentiment; gifts of chocolate and red roses, standardized symbols that are somehow supposed to universally mean love; and… READ MORE
Hey Stella! Inquiring minds want to know when your next book is coming out. And maybe a title. Getting anxious. Thanks – Kay Levine at Bent Pages Bookstore Hi Kay – It is great to hear from you! Thanks so much for asking about my next release. I’m happy to report that I’m currently working… READ MORE
Ever since the publication of Deceived, A Black Raven Novel, five years ago, I dreamed of when I’d retire from my legal job and become a full-time author. However, one major drawback to retiring was that I loved my “day job.” Also, for a long time, I loved working as a lawyer while keeping up… READ MORE