It's always a bit awkward, coming back from a hiatus. How do I explain? I'd nearly always rather be working than not, and I realize this pressure to feel like I'm constantly producing more comes from me and no one else. However, sometimes needs must, and family and...

This spring has just been a mess. You know what they say about the best laid plans. April itself wasn't too bad. I finished my pre-beta edits on Daughters of Misfortune and got it off to beta readers on schedule. Even a little early, which is unusual for me. But then...