Hello wolves,

I wanted to share a quick update on what’s happening in the world of Ashwood this month — including a new prequel now available in paperback, ARC sign‑ups for book two in the Golden Wolf series, and a refresh of my book covers.

My prequel novella An Ashwood Werewolf in Paris is now available in paperback.
Set in the City of Love, this four‑chapter story follows a lonely second‑born werewolf and an older Parisian ballerina in a romance they both know is doomed from the start.

ARC sign‑ups are now open for Blood and Betrayal, book two in the Golden Wolf series.
Set during the winter following book one, the story follows Abby and her family as they navigate ancient customs, political betrayal, and the cost of loving fiercely in a world where power is inherited through blood — and paid for in sacrifice.
Joining the supporting cast is Diana, Abby’s human best friend, who finds herself under the protection of the stoic Ignis Mara. As the ongoing threat from Abby’s ex‑husband escalates, the two women are drawn to each other despite shifter–human relationships being forbidden. You can sign up for ARC at https://forms.gle/ATAe4kYC2V2YSWjz8

A note about my updated book covers: You may notice that my books have recently received updated covers.
After learning that the original cover art supplied to me had been created using generative AI, I made the decision to redesign them. Supporting human creatives and ethical artistic practices is important to me as a small creator, and the new covers were produced without the use of generative AI.
Thank you to everyone who has supported this change and continues to support my work.

Finally, what I've been reading:
I’m currently 18 books into my reading year, and I’ve already had a few standout reads I wanted to share.
After a beta reader suggested Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree as a potential comp title for my current WIP, I picked it up - and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was warm, character‑driven, and a great reminder of how powerful low‑stakes, high‑heart fantasy can be when it’s done well.
I’ve also read another Discworld novel as I slowly work toward my long‑term goal of completing the full catalogue. Every return to that world reminds me why Terry Pratchett remains such a touchstone for humour, humanity, and quietly sharp storytelling.
Last month, I was privileged to read Between the Moon and the Wildflowers, the debut novel from Marlowe Atwater. Thematically, it starts in a similar theme to the Golden Wolf series: a woman leaves Manhattan and finds herself in a small town with a hidden werewolf community. If you enjoy why‑choose romance paired with sharp, Gilmore Girls–style banter, this one is absolutely worth checking out.
I’m currently about three‑quarters of the way through an advanced copy of The Spark and the Star by Tess Hunter, and I can’t wait to see how it ends. If you loved Game of Thrones but wished it were written through a more explicitly feminist lens, this should be on your radar. A disgraced trainee alchemist becomes entangled with a young man claiming to be the rightful heir to the kingdom, and her island community of warriors joins his cause after he marries her sister. It’s thoughtful, political, and deeply character‑driven.
As an indie author, I’m making a conscious effort this year to prioritise reading other indie authors, and I’m really looking forward to sharing more of my upcoming reads as the year unfolds.