Heidi’s Blog
7 Small-Town Romance Books That Feel Like Home
Find your next comfort read with these 7 small-town romance books that feel like home, featuring wholesome romance, cozy communities and uplifting stories. I'm just days away from releasing a brand-new small-town romance, so now is the perfect time to revisit why I...
The Story Behind My New Small-Town Romance Book
The Echo of Your Heart is the fourth book in the Welcome to Redemption, Alaska series. Keep reading to learn more about the story behind my new small-town romance book. A Story I Didn't See Coming To be honest, this one surprised me from the opening scene. When Susie,...
How to Use Dictation to Write a First Draft Faster
If you want to write more than one book a year, dictation can help you draft faster, temporarily mute your internal editor, and free up time for revision, readers, and balancing the rest of your life. I’m Heidi McCahan, a Publishers Weekly bestselling romance author,...
12 Hard-Earned Truths for Writers in a Changing Publishing Industry
This week marks 12 years since my debut novel was published. I can hardly believe it. We've come a long way, booklovers! Counting all manuscripts I've written (because not everything gets to see the proverbial light of day), I think I'm about to finish my 32nd...
Gardening for Stress Relief: How to Create a Peaceful Backyard Escape
If life feels too intense or overstimulating, gardening can be a surprisingly pleasant way to slow down. Between endless to-do lists, vitriolic online interactions, emotional stress, and the constant feeling that maybe we should be doing more, many women are craving a...
The Last Mile Between Us: A Powerful Redemption Story
We're three books into my new Welcome to Redemption, Alaska series and I think it's safe to say this rugged coastal town is all about grit, fierce determination, and embracing second chances. I’m so excited to share more about my latest release, The Last Mile Between...