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Writing the North Shore
Kauaʻi’s North Shore is more than paradise—it’s a place where beauty and danger live uncomfortably side by side. I write about the island beyond the postcard, where weather, ocean, history, and a close-knit community shape what people do and who they become. On the North Shore, a single road threads through small towns, past one-lane…
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When Setting Becomes Character
Understand how the setting can act as a character in literary thrillers, particularly in the vibrant landscapes of Hawai’i.
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Why I Write Literary Thrillers
Learn how to craft compelling characters in literary thrillers, drawing inspiration from the diverse culture of Hawai’i.
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The Art of Atmospheric Storytelling
Discover how atmospheric elements enhance storytelling in literary thrillers, especially in the enchanting setting of Hawai’i.
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From Professional Writer to Novelist
Dive into the world of atmospheric literary thrillers set in Hawai’i, where suspense meets beauty.
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The Natural World in Fiction
I have a degree in biology, and long before I began writing novels, I was finding ways to share my fascination with the natural world. I create marine science camps for children, enjoy traveling the world, diving, sailing, and rarely pass up an opportunity to explore what was beneath the water or beyond the next…
