I’m an international, multiple award-winning author with a passion for the voices in my head. As a singer, songwriter, independent filmmaker and improv teacher and performer, my life has always been about creating and sharing what I create with others. Now that my dream to write for a living is a reality, with over a hundred titles in happy publication and no end in sight, I live in beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, with my giant cats, pug overlord and overlady and my Gypsy Vanner gelding, Fynn.

Banished to Victorian London

“Auburdeen Perneila Hayle,” Sassafras hissed, the amber glow from his cat eyes growing until the front of the wicker cage shone with it, “you will do whatever you can to behave yourself, to not embarrass me or your mother and to absolutely under every circumstance maintain a firm hand on your horrid temper.”

My anger simmered. Yes, I had a temper. And yes, it had taken me into situations in the past that perhaps I shouldn't have been part of, situations that usually devolved into fistfights and incoherent yelling at the offender. He should be grateful I always kept control of myself enough my magic never came into play. Except that one time. But it wasn't my fault. Not really. And the offender recovered. Eventually.

Auburdeen Hayle is the sixteen-year-old daughter of the next leader of her coven. When the transition of power becomes tense, Burdie is sent from her home in America to stay with old friends in London to keep her safe. But a handsome young man chooses to hide from the police in her hansom, drawing Burdie into an underground world of magic that challenges even her sense of adventure and puts her at odds with the very people who are meant to protect her.

Blood and Gold Trilogy

Not surprisingly, I was the only woman in my particular cell. I wasn't sure if the officers who took me into custody knew whom they manhandled, but they were careful enough when they guided me into the Yard.


A rather annoying half hour later, when I refused to speak or answer any questions, I was deposited in said cell to mull over my fate and try to decide what to do.


I could, of course, simply use my magic to unlock the door and stroll out. Or attempt to, at any rate. I was fairly certain the officers in the building would have something to say about my departure. I could see such an attempt at escape devolving into a rather messy battle doing more harm than good.


As much as my mother loved and adored me, I was more than certain I'd already strained my good graces. Starting an international incident with the local police force would surely not end well no matter if I escaped or not.


Chapter 43: Arrested