HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU!
I know not all of you celebrate thanksgiving, and honestly, I don't even cook up a turkey, but I do enjoy spending some time together with my family. There is usually plenty of food. My favorite dish is the sweet yams and the honey ham. No, I didn't plan for it to rhyme. Those are the two things I put on my plate and I'm usually upset with my belly for not being able to eat a second helping.
Thanksgiving and family is actually influencing a few scenes that I'm writing in book three of Medusa's story. For those who have read Taking Medusa and Breaking Fate, they know at the end of book two it sets up for Medusa to be stranded. I know, some of you might be GASPING. Am I about to spoil the books?
No, I don't think so. It's vague enough that it doesn't spoil anything. The main question that inspired this retelling was "What if Medusa's story was told by the villains, and monsters were simply gods that Olympians were afraid of?"
Medusa deserved her own side of things, and though I do use a lot of the Greek Mythology foundations, I've looked at it through the lense of the stories not having the full story, but a skewed version of events to make the villains seem like heroes.
In Book Three, I want the characters to have more time to bond without the chaos of the fast plot pacing. Book Three will still have lots of plot, but romance and connection are going to be more prevalent in book three. And of course, I'm aiming for that spicy moment when they both accept their feelings. Or at least, not deny themselves their feelings.
Thanksgiving is a time of reflection and appreciation. I get excited when writing scenes where Medusa opens up, and she isn't truly alone in an uphill battle against a prophecy that may result in her death and the true death of all the deathless gods. Perhaps you'll start a tradition of instead of sharing only food, everyone gathers to read books and relax. I'll have my book ready. We can read together today!
Taking Medusa is my slow-burn Medusa Romantasy and if you haven't already, you can start reading right away! Start with Taking Medusa and read on through to the newly released Breaking Fate! Both books are available in Kindle Unlimited and Audible!
https://books.steviemarie.com/takingmedusa
https://books.steviemarie.com/breakingfate
Happy reading, and perhaps you'll find your next favorite read among the featured indie authors below!
xoxo
Stevie
NEW RELEASE!
While the destiny of her kingdom rests on Celeste’s shoulders, she must also face the threat of madness, a fate which could befall her if her fae powers do not manifest. And to make things worse, the prince’s brooding half-brother carries a hatred for her she can’t understand.
Hope you find some great indie reads! Chat soon!
xoxo
Stevie
What people have been saying about Breaking Fate: here are a few snippets from the reviews so far!
✨"Breathtaking romantasy" - N.N. Light
✨"Flipping pages late into the night" - Rebel
✨"It's like watching a movie, only better" - N.N. Light
✨"I couldn't put it down" - Amy's Bookshelf Reviews
✨"Powerful and ever-changing FMC" - Mary
✨"Twistedly Brilliant" - Rose
✨"Mystery of fates and desires... Deliciously Torturous" - Jess
✨"A Fascinating Colossal World" - Sandra
✨"I absolutely love this book!" - LaWanda
✨"Hungry for more" - Jess
✨"This.author.is.EVERYTHING!!!!" - Megan
Start Reading Taking Medusa today in Kindle Unlimited: https://books.steviemarie.com/takingmedusa
Taking Medusa is available in Kindle Unlimited, and Audible!
Add to Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/150498806-taking-medusa
Book two is LIVE! https://books.steviemarie.com/breakingfate
Add to your Goodreads shelf: Breaking Fate (Dark Gods Rising, #2) by S.M. McCoy | Goodreads Breaking Fate on Amazon: https://books.steviemarie.com/breakingfate
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Check out my Pen Name Sky Robert!
Author Updates/Writing Progress!
I'm wrapping up recording for a fantasy adventure for Alyssa Rose, and I've been preparing materials for in-person author events, including table runners and banners. I'm currently looking into potential bookish events to attend for 2025-2026. If there is one that you would love to see me attend, let me know.
Breaking Fate IS LIVE available in KU and Audible!
What am I working on now?
Book Three of Dark Gods Rising! Reaping Olympus! Progress 5K/90K = 5%
Goblin's Treasure! Progress 16K/90k = 17%
Goblin's Treasure, a standalone Labyrinth dark fantasy romance retelling
If you would like to help support future books, and this series, you can grab my newest release Breaking Fate on Amazon here or read in Kindle Unlimited! https://books.steviemarie.com/breakingfate
Chat soon!
xoxo
Stevie
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