The Spill - 04.14.25
With Author Stephania Thompson
Two Weeks to Tangled!
A gorgeous day in Baltimore, amazing readers, stepping out of my comfort zone, and finally holding my second book baby. Whew. Friends, it’s been a week.
Let’s get into it…
My Very Own Workplace Meet-Cute
Fun fact: my husband and I met at work, right here in Charm City. It was a classic meet-cute, complete with awkward moments and more than enough chaos to keep things interesting. Our story even made it into a collection of real-life romances! If you’re curious, check out How I Met My Other: True Engagements, Forever Love and see how we went from coworkers to a married couple with four kids.
Baltimore will always have my heart, which is why I spent a sunny day there this week. Between devouring good food, drinking too much coffee, and doing a little local shopping (for “research,” of course), I also popped into a few bookstores and libraries to spread the word about Woven and Tangled.
Honestly, the hardest part of writing a novel isn’t the writing—it’s what comes after. Talking about it. Pitching, promoting… smiling (yikes). For this behind-the-scenes, coffee-loving semi-introvert, it’s a stretch—but a worthwhile one. I met some amazing people and soaked in all the energy I could.
Is it weird that I catch myself looking for David, Josh, and Kate when I’m in Canton? I know they’re fictional, but they feel real in my head, and that’s exactly why I had to write their story. It means the world when readers say they’d grab a drink with one of them or that their story felt lived-in and real. That’s the dream, right? Bringing your characters to life. I’ll be talking more about reader feedback in the next section, but know that your words matter more than you could ever imagine.
Speaking of words, Woven and Tangled will be making their way to some of my favorite Baltimore book spots. Look for them soon at The Ivy Bookshop, Bird in Hand, and the Enoch Pratt Library Canton location.
Book Baby Two
I’m going to make a slightly controversial statement: birthing a book baby might be harder than birthing a real one. Writing, revising, editing, publishing…it can take years. A human baby? Nine months, start to finish.
So when that book finally arrives, and you get to hold it? Magic. Not just imagining the cover anymore, but feeling it in your hands, flipping through the pages, sensing the weight of something that started as a spark of an idea and turned into a full-grown story.
It’s surreal. It’s satisfying. And it’s worth every minute.
I also have to give a huge THANK YOU to my amazing ARC readers! Your reviews for Tangled have filled my heart. Your encouragement, your messages, your words… they mean everything. I’ve included some highlights below. Thank you so much, and keep them coming!
If you’ve got a Tangled ARC, don’t forget to read, review, and share—early buzz means everything! Haven’t grabbed one yet? There’s still time to sign up, and ARC readers are entered to win a signed paperback and swag!
Woven is on Kindle Unlimited!
Got KU? Woven is now FREE to read! If you haven’t started the Charm City Threads series, now’s your chance to read Book One.
Already read it? Please consider leaving a quick review.
Woven on KU Amazon link: Amazon.com/dp/B0DZYW3JJZ
Woven on Goodreads link: Goodreads.com/book/show/61079781-woven
Tangled B&N Launch Saturday 5.3.25 12:00 pm — Save the Date!
Join me for the Tangled launch event at Barnes & Noble, Columbia Mall on 5.3.25 at 12:00 pm. Back where it all began! I can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Links and More
Grab my books, sign up for an ARC, and check out upcoming events all in one place. Don't miss a drop!
📅 Events
TANGLED LAUNCH CELEBRATION - Saturday 5/3 Barnes & Noble Columbia, MD
Friday 8/1 - Book Signing Meet & Greet at Bethany Beach Books
📚 Romantic Suspense
Woven: Charm City Threads Book One, FREE on KINDLE UNLIMITED
Tangled: Charm City Threads Book Two (4.29.25) PREORDERS, request a Tangled ARC
✍️ Poetry
The Unveiling Poetry Series: Unveiling Chaos, Unveiling Motherhood, Unveiling Love
✍️ Short Stories: Tiny Tales
That’s a wrap for this week’s Spill! Learn more on my Webpage, Facebook, Instagram, X, and TikTok. Looking for book details? Head over to Amazon, Goodreads, and Bookbub.
Thanks for hanging out with me—same time, same place next week. Until then, keep reading, keep writing, and keep embracing life and all its chaotic beauty.
