I’m working on becoming a better and more consistent writer, and one of the reasons I joined this community was to connect with other authors who are figuring things out too. I’m interested in sharing ideas, talking about what’s actually working, being honest about the parts that are difficult, and learning from each other along the way. I just enjoy conversations about writing and the process behind it. What’s something you’ve been struggling with in your writing lately?

The Kinshield Legacy was my debut novel and the first book in The Kinshield Saga. The ebook is currently free to download. Here's what it's about: Gavin Kinshield is a warrant knight fleeing his own fate. He has three of the mythic Rune Stones, proof that he's destined to rule—a burden he'd gladly give away. He stays in the shadows, taking low-profile contracts to keep his belly full. But a simple investigation soon turns into a deadly vendetta when the trail leads straight to the dark mage who destroyed Gavin's family. Daia Saberheart is a warrior of the Viragon Sisterhood, desperate to prove her worth to an order that demands absolute obedience. When a routine escort mission turns deadly, she finds herself tracking a kidnapping conspiracy alongside a mysterious swordsman with too many secrets. As an ancient evil corrupts the kingdom from the inside out, Gavin and Daia must learn to rely on each other to survive. But lowering their guards might be the most dangerous thing they do. Because the closer they get to finding the truth, the closer they get to an ancient cave where destiny and a devastating betrayal await them both. ## Noteworthy reviews "The Kinshield Legacy is a rousing good fantasy tale, with nice characterization and some ferocious action. I found myself eager to return to this novel." ~Piers Anthony, best-selling author of the Xanth novels "From the very first page, The Kinshield Legacy grabs you by the throat and propels you into a world of magic, sorcery, jeweled-eyed gargoyles and a sisterhood of female warriors. A world where beyonders savage unsuspecting travelers; where a dark, yet charismatic, wizard covets the king's throne for his own and will let no one get in his way--including the rightful ruler. He who claims the King's Bloodstone shall reign as king. Enter Gavin Kinshield, warrant knight and rune solver, a man haunted by his past, and a hero like no other. A rousing debut from K. C. May, an author worth watching." ~Carol Davis Luce, author of Night Passage

Maybe this is cheating, but I have 2 things I've published and would love to share. Wall of Fire is a YA dystopian series (currently working on new covers and relaunching). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083Z3B8KZ Emery Kennish survives the way every girl in the Smoke survives: run fast, trade smart, and never want anything you can't afford to lose. Wall of Fire is the fierce, twist-riddled YA dystopian story of what happens when she breaks her own rule twice in one week — once for her dying brother, once for a boy with dangerous secrets — and discovers her whole world was built on a lie designed to keep her small. If you loved the sinister worlds of Divergent and The Hunger Games and heroines who'd rather burn than beg, this is your next all-nighter. In a Quiet Meadow is a picture book I recently released under a different pen name - Melli Barrelli https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H31C1324 Some days the world feels loud, frightening, and just too much. In this gentle picture book, a lonely little girl wanders into a meadow of flowers who never wish to be taller, brighter, or anything but themselves, and their quiet joy calms her heavy heart. A soothing, heart-mending read for fans of The Rabbit Listened and I Am Enough — perfect for bedtime, overwhelming days, and every child who needs to hear that they are enough.

I just published my first work of fiction. I've been writing blog posts about the how, where, and why of it on my new publishing website: Observation Deck Press: https://observationdeckpress.com/ I plan to blog about my personal experiences as a writer--it's weird, as 'writer' takes third place on the list of things I do in a creative career, so it still sounds strange to me--as well as my publishing experience both in traditional publishing and indie/self publishing. 'red carnation' is a non-linear, abstract, metaphysical, puzzle of a story that borders on science fiction. It's a quiet, thought-provoking novella about memory, creativity, consciousness, and the invisible threads that connect us to one another. Amazon (Associate) Link: https://amzn.to/4wlbqAr Ingram Link: https://shop.ingramspark.com/b/084?params=bItFcqr4BQdilzdC59RInFKNRIncMLKC2TPVem31OPD