I’m currently writing a war-themed modern mythology series for Sihouette Nocturne. When writing WILD, TETHERED, BOUND my research led me to several very open-hearted soldiers who were willing to tell me about the traumas they experienced. I was honored to hear their stories and what they told me remained at the forefront of my mind, the whole time I was writing.

Paranormal romance is a genre that allows my imagination to run wild and in WILD, TETHERED, BOUND, I was able to portray Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in the context of a soldier who turned into a chimera. My dryad and her magical bonds represented the healing power of a soldier’s loved ones.

But that’s fantasy. Reality isn’t quite as neat and tidy as the steamy love stories I write for my characters.

Military spouses have to fight for their relationships and the road isn’t smooth. In the romance world we’re all about helping to bring about happy endings–to that end, I’m starting a series of interviews. On Wednesdays, I’ll present a real life love story about those who serve our country. It’ll also give me a chance to promote the causes that are near and dear to their hearts…and my own.

The first interview will be with Meggon McMullen, the founder of the popular Facebook group, Military Wives. I can’t wait to introduce her!

Tags: military spouses, military wives, military-themed romance

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