Winters’ Day In
Conversations on life, faith, stories, and creativity from author Talena Winters.
Pour a cuppa and stay awhile.
New Mermaid Merch in Store
A quick overview of new merman- and mermaid-themed merch that’s live in the store as of today!
The Long-Overdue Update
An update about my writing projects, my reader community, and other happenings in the last little while.
Finding My Voice in the AI Wars
I’m tired of letting the bullies win. So this is my big third-act speech. (That I hope is actually in the first act.)
The Gifts of a Difficult Season
Reflecting on a life-changing year for me and the gifts it’s given me to take into 2024.
Through the Fire
We’re in the worst wildfire season in Alberta’s history, but there’s a lot of other life stuff happening too. Thankfully, most of it’s good.
Call Me Jane Jetson
I talk about how I’ve used AI tools as part of my creative process, including the creation of the digital audiobook of the sweet small-town romance Every Star that Shines, which was published today!
Couples to “ship” for Valentines Day
A fun introduction to the couples in my books, plus a print book clearance sale just in time for Valentine’s Day!
The Year of Magic
A short post about the shift I’ve made in my business going into the new year, and how I intend to help my customers unleash more magic in their lives (while I do the same).
Top 5 Places to Visit on Sirenia
In the eighth installment of the Rise of the Grigori Beneath the Surface blog series, veteran selvedge expert Nicandra kor’Nyx gives us a guided tour of Sirenia. Ready for some photography eye candy (and a little behind-the-scenes intrigue)? Read on!
Winding Ways, Dark Secrets, and Dwarf Duels, Oh My!
In Part Seven of the Rise of the Grigori Beneath-the-Surface series I’ve got my most favourite author interview I’ve ever done in my life. Mary from Kit’n’Kabookle came up with some seriously fun questions—including a behind-the-scenes moment from Calandra’s past that’s not in the series itself.
Read on for a real treat!
What’s an Undine’s Tear?
The reason the first book in the Rise of the Grigori series came to be called The Undine’s Tear, the significance of the stones on all my covers, and more. Includes new insights into the covers and crystals on them.