Hi, I’m C.J.!

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Whether you stumbled in by accident (I’m the queen of accidentally stumbling into things …) or found your way on purpose, you’re in the right place. Pull up a comfy chair, grab your favorite beverage, and let’s connect.

I write dark, epic stories that dive deep into what I value about being human—tales brimming with authentic emotions, strong romantic threads, and a promise of hope at the end. (And often dragons because … DRAGONS.) Stories were a lifeline for me during a very dark period of my life, and I firmly believe we should explore what hurts as well as what heals because without honesty about life’s pain, we can’t truly celebrate its joy. I just choose to explore those things with a healthy dose of monsters, kissing, and death (oh my!).

When I’m not writing, you’ll find me wandering bookstores (and adding to my collection), walking along the beach, at the movie theater, or making things unintentionally hilarious, one awkward moment at a time.

My favorite things in the world are Jesus, my family, hot tea, deep conversations, and meeting readers who love stories the same way I do.

Here, you’re not just a visitor—you’re part of a community of readers who value the power of story to make us feel seen, valued, and inspired. I hope you’ll stick around, explore, and maybe even share your own love for books, life’s funny moments, and the stories that shape us.