Book Shop Chats:

Natasha Yentrouc is an indie author who self published her first book in 2024. With several more projects in the works, you can look forward to seeing her pop up more and more often, in different genres and styles. She is a business owner, PA, admin assistant and high school science teacher in her everyday life. She has an adorable spitfire of a daughter and two cats, and stays in Virginia Beach, Virginia (for now). 

About the book:
"Is that blood? Who's bleeding?"

All five of us looked where Agrath pointed. There was a trail of blood on the snow-covered ground. Kheisan, Kinty, and Agrath eyed me suspiciously. I pulled at the edges of my cloak, to conceal the wound I had no idea was dripping, and stayed silent. I was already feeling warm, and Kheisan’s blazing glare wasn’t helping. Don’t acknowledge. You can make it. We can’t stop now. We’re almost there.

"We can't just keep going!" Kinty was on edge. We all were.

"Yes we can. We have to. Unless someone wants to say something.” She paused for a minute. “Fine. Keep walking." Always the pragmatist, Agrath was right. We marched on, following the little blue flames that flickered in and out of sight.

The sun had begun rising above the horizon when we saw it. A soft blue glow in the lantern told us Mrinė was indeed working for us, and not against us. Thank the gods; the whole realm was at stake and we needed her help. Before we even reached the door, the witch flung it wide.

Links
Website: https://authornatashayentrouc.com/
Book details: Buy here!

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

Michael Byrne is a seasoned author with over twenty years of experience. He began as a sideline reporter for his high school newspaper, covering sports events with zeal and dedication. Building on this foundation, Byrne pursued a BA in Communications specializing in Journalism from Penn State University, honing his skills and deepening his understanding of the craft.

Book TEASER: Michael Sheppard is a man on a quest for redemption. His final opportunity to salvage a faltering career rests within a mysterious underwater facility known as LEVIATHAN.

Within its confines resides a social media tycoon, his cohorts, and extensive corporate assets, disseminating propaganda poised to trigger a global paradigm shift reminiscent of a horror movie scenario.

On a covert operation, Sheppard learns that this supposed utopian haven is far from what it appears. He stumbles upon a revelation that will alter his existence irrevocably and compel him to face his past as well as the essence of what it means to be human.

2025

IG: https://www.instagram.com/author_michael_byrne/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/mbyrnepub


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Throughout his career, Michael has contributed to reputable platforms such as Examiner.com and Screenrant.com, where he delved into diverse topics ranging from politics to pop culture, captivating audiences with his insightful analysis and engaging writing style. His passion for storytelling extends beyond traditional journalism, as he continues to share his thoughts and perspectives through blogging on Facebook under the moniker Michael J. Byrne Publications and Philly Phanatic Sports.

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

If you love romance you will want to listen up today. Kenadee Bryant is bringing the HEAT with a hockey romance and we are here for it. 

Author bio: Kenadee Bryant is a new adult author of steamy romance, and currently lives in Nevada with her two dogs and cat. When not writing, you can find her reading, playing board games, or eating peanut butter cups. Alongside writing, Kenadee would love to one day open an animal sanctuary.


Book blurb: Josie Scott swore off men after one too many heartbreaks, perfectly content with her camera, her career, and a nice bottle of red wine. But when a broken elevator traps her with Toronto's hottest hockey player, Wyatt Boone, what starts as a little flirtation turns into a steamy romance.

Wyatt Boone is left doubting his future on the team after a season-ending injury and the pressure to win another Cup Championship bigger than ever. Being a star hockey player isn't as glamorous as it seems with constant paparazzi and women seeking fame, so meeting Josie Scott in the broken elevator might just be the unexpected twist he needs.

With the media and fame threatening their relationship, Josie and Wyatt have to decide what's worse: their fear of falling for each other or letting outside forces tear them apart.

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

In this episode we are breaking from the fiction world and chatting with Josi Dumont author of And There She Goes Her Way.


Book Blurb:

"Every single human being has a best self from the moment they are born. She cannot be taken away. She cannot be silenced, and she will never leave your side. Why? Because you already are that version of you. She has always been there. But as you grew up, you started putting layers around her, like an onion. Layers of social standards, external expectations, traumas and other experiences that contributed to you playing smaller than you actually are."

In this book, ICF certified and accredited Leadership & Mindset Coach Josi Dumont will uncover those layers with you so you can step back into the version you were always meant to be: your best self. Drawing from her personal experience, expertise, and sharing insightful stories from clients, Josi helps you to change the way you think about yourself and ultimately the way you lead your life.

Author Bio:  Josi dumont is a certified and ICF accredited Leadership & Mindset Coach, Published Author and Podcast Host. She works with impact-driven women worldwide who seek to shake up the industry in their own authentic way. Josi trained with the largest experiential coach training and leadership development organisation in the world CTI and combine these skills with her own expertise and experience to help her clients overcome self-doubt in the form of Imposter Syndrome.

Through building deep self-trust by focusing on leadership, aligned action taking, well-being, and fostering a strong mindset Josi's clients transform not only themselves, but their whole life and business in their own way!

Links:

Website: https://josidumont.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josi_dumont/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@josi_dumont

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dumont-josi/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@josi_dumont

Podcast: https://thejosidumontpodcast.buzzsprout.com

The Book: https://books2read.com/And-There-She-Goes-Her-Way

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE

📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

Author:

H. Wulf is an avid romance and fantasy reader, a devoted mother and wife, and a dreamer who always dreamed of writing her own romantasy novel. In her mid-30s, she finally decided to pursue her passion for writing and let her creativity soar. Haley's journey is a testament to never giving up on your dreams and embracing your inner artist, no matter where life takes you.

Book blurb:

In the quaint town of Claywood, Adilyn leads an ordinary life as a foster child, finding solace in her job at a local café and expressing herself through her enchanting paintings. But on her eighteenth birthday, everything changes. Unveiling a long-kept secret, Adilyn discovers she is no ordinary girl; she is the lost princess of the esteemed Emerald Court.

Thrust into a world of ancient magic and treacherous power struggles, Adilyn's destiny awaits her. With her newfound knowledge of her royal lineage, she must embark on a perilous journey through the mystical realm of Eldermyst. Guided by courage and fueled by a desire for justice, she must train tirelessly to master her latent abilities and become a force to be reckoned with.

In the Court of Emerald Dreams, Adilyn finds the strength within her to confront the demons of her past and avenge the murder of her beloved kin. Will she emerge victorious and usher in a new dawn for her kingdom? Or will the shadows of darkness prevail, forever shrouding the Emerald Court in sorrow?

Where to BUY:
Amazon
Barnes and Noble

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

In this episode we are chatting with Elizabeth Bright USA TODAY Best Selling Author. 

Elizabeth Bright is a writer, lawyer, and mother living in Washington, D.C. Her debut historical romance, Twice As Wicked, was published October 2017 with Entangled Publishing. Stay tuned for more of the Wicked Secrets Series!

Elizabeth loves large dogs and large coffees. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast, and when she’s not writing, lawyering, or mothering, she can be found as high in the mountains as she can get. She firmly believes that love is the greatest adventure of all, but rock climbing is a close second.

Her newest book is out NOW: Cowboy in The Streets

Working as the head trainer at Lodestar Ranch is my chance to prove I have what it takes as a woman in a man's world. The only problem? My boss is the world’s grumpiest cowboy…and I can’t keep my eyes off him.

Between running the ranch and being a single dad, Adam Hale has the weight of the world on his shoulders. But beneath his gruff exterior is a man who is fiercely loyal and compassionate. His heart has been broken and he’s not looking to repeat the experience.

After chasing my dad’s approval my whole life, I know better than to get my heart tangled. But it’s hard not to melt for this man—and his son.

When things get heated at a local rodeo, I have to remind him: We’re not at the ranch. He’s not my boss here…unless he wants to be.

Connect with Elizabeth: https://linktr.ee/elizabethbrightauthor

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

WELCOME to episode 15, today I am chatting with my identical name twin Victoria Sorenson.

Author Bio: Hi there! I am Victoria M. Sorenson, a debut YA fantasy author, long-time poet, and vintage book collector. When I am not writing enchanting plot scenes or poetry, I homeschool my three daughters and feed my fat cat, Chili. My life is full of fun and chaos, and I absolutely revel in its pandemonium. I find that when you begin to let yourself experience life and all that it has to offer, your writing and imagination will start to flourish. Welcome, my sacred children of the vine. 

The Sacred Vine Book Blurb:

All elves bloom from the vine of life, the Vinha Vida Nova. Sayah and her twin sister, Ornella, are rare–blessed with gifted powers and bloomed from inside the same pod. Their rite-of-passage ceremony is upon them, as it has been three hundred and twenty-five moons since their creation. Now on the cusp of adulthood, they will face the cold, harsh reality of their existence inside the five kingdoms of Aksel, where powers are coveted. 

Sayah will come to the realization that all it takes is a single choice–one decision can alter the course of one’s fate. The veil between good and evil is a thin line that all creatures and beings tread, and her actions will carry profound consequences.

Quotes:

"I discovered the beast that lay dormant inside me and unleashed her." 

"I will not show weakness; they cannot shatter my callused heart made of pure grit and severed feelings. The rhythmically beating flesh inside the cage that is my chest is nothing more than hardened stone."

 **Everything is still subjected to change in the editing process**

Follow along on IG: @victoriamsorenson

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

In this episode we are chatting with L Meredith and fellow lover of all things Ireland. Both our stories are set in the Emerald Isle. 

L. (Laura) Meredith is a contemporary romance author hailing from beautiful Canada. She writes stories with characters you can relate to, book boyfriends you can fall in love with, some spice, and a guaranteed HEA! When she's not writing you can find Laura pursuing her other creative endeavours such as baking, knitting, embroidery, and her many attempts to learn how to crochet!

LINKS

IG: @lmeredith.books 

Threads: @lmeredith.books

Amazon

KILLORGLIN

A VERY KILLORGLIN CHRISTMAS

FOR THE LOVE OF ART

Goodreads

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

Welcome to episode 14! Today we are chatting with Angela Laverghetta. She drops some BIG wisdom and remember it's never too late to follow your dreams. 

Angela Laverghetta is a Northern Nevada based author, living among the Sierra Mountains, sagging bookshelves, and way too many pets. Born in that liminal space between Gen X and Millennials, her life has been about rapid change in technology—and circumstances. Through it all, she found comfort and (more importantly) escape in reading and writing. Her goal as an author is to provide the same comfort and escape for her readers. The Buried Knight is her first novel. Other published works include a novella previously published with a small press and a short story in The ACES Anthology. Readers can find updates for book 2 by signing up for her newsletter at www.angelalaverghettabooks.com 

Book Blurb: 

My name’s Imogen Wylde, museum intern and recent inheritor of Wylde Retirement Home. I’ve spent my entire life pretending I don’t see the fae and ghosts, but that doesn’t mean they don’t see me.

Over 1,000 years ago, the veil between the faerie and human realms was sealed by Excalibur, and the knight buried with it. Now Excalibur is missing, the veil is unlocked and some of faerie’s most threatening denizens have entered our world. The sword needs to be found so the veil can be closed once again.

At least that’s the story the mysterious stranger who showed up at my work told me, right after he attempted to steal a priceless artifact. Turns out he also might be a vampire – and Lancelot?

Now I’m thrust into the world I’ve tried so hard to ignore.

Carson City, Nevada just got a whole lot weirder. And more dangerous. 

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial

Thea Claire is a storyteller at heart. A North Texas native, she loves to write about strong characters creating beautiful lives for themselves and those around them. Thea has been an avid reader and sometimes-writer for more than 15 years, and has worked in a variety of fields as a communications professional. She is a proud mental health advocate, neurodiverse writer, and member of the LGBTQ+ community.

About the book:

"If I'm too much, go find less."

In the bingo card of life, Piper Delmonico did not expect to mark out the squares “widowed” and “sober” before her ten year high school reunion. Pushing 30, designing lingerie for a manager who wouldn’t know silk from satin, and constantly waiting for the other shoe to drop, she finds herself face to face with someone who witnessed, first hand, the very public demise of her good girl reputation. Thrown together a decade later, Piper expects “Marble Man” Fitz Westfall, the golden boy with the stoic face, to be another person telling her she’s too much. But does recently-divorced Fitz, with his head in the sand, really know as much about Piper as he thinks he does? He realizes she may be just what he needs to know that he’s not truly made of stone.

GO FIND LESS is a first person, dual perspective contemporary romance that highlights the triumph of overcoming grief and loss while creating a new sense of self.

GO FIND LESS is available in paperback through this site, retail distributors using Ingram, and Amazon, as well as eBook through Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

GO FIND LESS released Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Tropes:
- Grumpy x Sunshine
- Second Chance Romance
- Slow Burn
- Plus Size FMC

Connect with Thea Claire:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theaclaireauthor/
Where to find the books: https://linktr.ee/theaclaireauthor

About Victoria:

Hey there, I’m Victoria! As a writer and developmental editor, I specialize in helping busy writers bring their publishing dreams to life without the overwhelm. Editing doesn’t have to feel like pulling teeth—it's the magic that transforms your story from “meh” to masterpiece!

Here’s how I can help:
📖 FREE Manuscript Prep Workbook: Take the stress out of editing with simple steps to organize your revisions.
Grab it HERE
📝 Developmental Editing: Get expert feedback that elevates your manuscript, strengthens your story, and polishes your characters.
✍️ Creativity Coaching sessions: Revitalize your creativity, map out your novel, and unleash your authentic voice.

Your story deserves to shine, and I’m here to make it happen. Let’s turn your writing dreams into a reality!

📱 IG: @editsbyvictoria
🌐 LINKS: Victoria Jane Editorial