Caroline Smith - Editor and Author Coach

08/14/2024

In just over a month, I'll be one of the authors featured at the Dahlonega Literary Festival's Regional Writers Book Fair. I'll also be presenting a workshop on writing dialogue. If you're in the area, I hope you'll come out and join us for an amazing day!

https://www.literaryfestival.org/regional-writers

08/09/2024

A mummy that has lost his heart and an Egyptologist that's skeptical she can help him find it. Dr. Elisa Kent is a funerary archeologist and mummy identification specialist. She gets more than she bargained for when her most recent subject appears to her with a request. Neferamun has been cursed to live in limbo forever; never to ascend to the afterworld. He'll have to convince Elisa to go on a quest to the Valley of the Kings to help him move on. Along the way, Elisa realizes she's at risk of losing her own heart to a ghost.
FEAST is now available on KU. Get your signed paperback copy at editorcaroline.com.

07/31/2024

📖✨It’s ebook release day! I’m so excited for you to read about Elise and Neferamun’s story. If one of your favorite movies is the 1999 classic “The Mummy,” then chances are, you’ll enjoy this story too. Available today on KU. Paperback coming 31 Aug with signed copies coming soon on my site.

07/26/2024

The pre-order link for the Kindle Edition is up! Signed editions of the paperback will be available for pre-order on my website soon!

The Feat of the Lotus

07/13/2024

It's almost time...

06/02/2024

The perfect reading spot does exist!

05/15/2024

That feeling when Brooklyn Public Library purchases 14 copies of your novel, Under a Blanket of Blue.

04/30/2024

The two dreaded words that every writer hates: writer's block.

My best tip for writer's block is a little controversial; don't believe in it. There's always something to write. Maybe you start writing about your day. Maybe you take a look at a writing prompt. Maybe you move along to a different scene in your WIP. No matter what you're working on, there's always something to be written.

04/25/2024

I was thinking about the books that inspired me to be a reader the other day. So it's to one of my favorite children's books. Anyone remember this one? "Morgan and Me" was about a little girl who didn't want to do her chores until she met Morgan in a magical forest. But I feel like this was a gateway book for me because then I became obsessed with "The Last Unicorn" and my enjoyment of fantasy and magical worlds was solidified. A huge thank you to all children's and YA writers who slog through to bring us magical worlds that allow us to escape into the magical realm of books and keep us reading years later.

What's your favorite book that inspired you to become a reader?

04/23/2024

Happy World Book Day!
Today, we celebrate writers and readers around the world. Writing wouldn't be possible without readers, and reading wouldn't be possible without writers! It's such a nice symbiotic relationship.

World Book Day is especially close to my heart, as it was created to help encourage children to read. So pull out your favorite book from long ago and read it with your kiddos today to show them how much fun reading can be. You can also donate to your favorite literacy organization ( is a great place to start).

04/22/2024

It's Motivation Monday!

Today, I want to encourage you to face your writing fears. Spend 15 minutes journaling today about what you're afraid of in the writing process. Are you afraid you won't finish your book? Are you overwhelmed by the idea of finding an agent or a publisher? Are you struggling with imposter syndrome? Feel free to share here if you'd like.

Often when we take the time to identify our fears, we have an easier time overcoming them. And if you want some real-world advice, check out my podcast episode on overcoming barriers to your writing (link in bio).

Happy writing!

04/20/2024

If you're a writer or creator, chances are, self-care is at the bottom of your list. When was the last time you read a book for pleasure? If it's nice where you are, grab a book, grab a chair, and go outside and read! Put yourself and your needs first today. Take a bath, watch a show. Give your brain a break.

04/16/2024

You know what’s ridiculously cool? Having a sister who is an artist who creates images like this just because she can. created this incredible image of all of my favorite things: my children, my house, my tree, my puppy, and the moon! I can’t stop looking at it. 🖤 Thank you, sister!

04/15/2024

I don’t know about you, but I’m pretty sure this is the best anniversary present a writer could ever get. My SO was shocked to discover I didn’t own a typewriter because I love them so much. But now I do! And it dings!! It needs a name! Any ideas?

04/13/2024

Hot take: the traditional publishing world is dying. Independent publishers and booksellers are taking over and...it's for the best.

I could write a whole dissertation on this, but suffice it to say, traditional publishers are out of touch with what readers want. Not to mention the lack of diversity in the trad pub world. With more and more sellers and authors doing direct-to-consumer, I don't think it'll be long before the giant franchises are put out of business, too.

03/27/2024

I’m so grateful we live in a world where there are Wednesday’s. Today is Wellness Wednesday at my house—the kids and I do a meditation when they get home from school, and if the weather is nice we’ll spend time doing “anything but work” but for about an hour. We focus on everyone’s self care for the afternoon. It’s a nice way to reset and remember to slow down and be together during the busy week. One of my favorite humans used to say “self care trumps everything.” What self-care can you put into practice today?

03/26/2024

I love getting to see my authors in the wild! After three years of working virtually together, I finally got to meet Bruce Campelia of and his beautiful partner Elizabeth. We had a great breakfast at and got to talk shop: books, marketing strategy for his series, and even some life and religious philosophy. It’s amazing having virtual meetings with authors from all over the world, but nothing beats these great in-person conversations. The LightPassers Chronicles (Books 1 & 2) are available on your favorite online bookseller. Book 2.5 coming soon!

03/22/2024

Hi friends! I haven’t done a in a while, but it seems like it’s time. I’m Caroline! I wear many hats including, writer, author coach, recruiter, board chair, farm maven, tiny house owner, and the most important job of all—mother of three incredible humans. It would probably be easier to include a list of things I’m not passionate rather than things that I am, but a short list would be books, coffee, music, nature, meditation, holistic wellness, and true crime. I probably should have been born inside a dark Victorian romance, but I tend to read and write it instead. Thanks for being in this place with me and follow along if you’re interested in any of the above. 🖤

03/12/2024

It was 31° on my run this morning, and now it’s a beautiful 74° on our hill. We’re doing the only thing one should do on an almost-spring day: napping, reading, and making potions.

03/11/2024

My eldest daughter helped me man the table at the Dahlonega Literary Festival on 2 March. I love being able to attend these events and meet new readers, but it’s especially fun to be able to share it with her. Thanks to all of the amazing bibliophiles who made this day a great success!

02/04/2024

Two things I love are Southern cocktails and coffee, so thinking about which of my characters would enjoy what cocktail was a fun creative exercise. Have you tried any of these? For my GA friends, catch me at the Dahlonega Literary Festival on March 2 and maybe we can walk over to my favorite tavern and enjoy one of these fine selections.

02/01/2024

I don’t know about y’all, but I hibernate in January. I try not to take on too much while winter is still in full swing and just rest the way nature intended. But today is Imbolc, the halfway point between the winter and spring equinoxes, and it’s beautiful outside! So I’m a sweaty mess after my longest run of the year so far (4.12 miles!) and after scheduling all kinds of fun things on the calendar for the month. I’m 100% convinced we shouldn’t start the New Year until spring though. What about you? Happy February! ❤️

02/01/2024

At the gentle prodding of , I recently devoured the series. These books are not for the faint of heart, and will, in fact, rip your heart out. You’ll watch it beating and wonder why you did this to yourself, but you’ll still enjoy every moment. These have a start, but the series doesn’t stay that way. I’d call them dark fantasy romance overall, if that’s what you’re into. 😏 Now I just have to tend my book hangover until the last book comes out in April.

01/25/2024

It’s a beautifully foggy and wet day in Georgia. I was in the mood to dig through my writing journals to find one with any space left in it, and came across my first handwritten draft for “The Emancipation of Marceline Whitaker.” It’s wildly humbling that she now lives in actual book form. Writerly friends: do you draft by hand or in a typed medium first? Inquiring minds…😁

01/18/2024

I'll be joining Felicia Kelly Brookins, an author I've been honored to work with for her three-book series, for her Aspiring Authors and Writers event in February. I'll be offering two workshops: Monday, 5 Feb will be on Book Basics (ISBN, Copyright, Writing, and Editing) and Tuesday, 6 Feb will be focused on Writing Dialogue. Please click the link below to join us.

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12/17/2023

What a year it’s been! I had no idea I’d met my 2023 reading goal until I loaded all my library books into Goodreads. 😁 Here are a few of my favorite reads this year. With a few days left in 2023, I’m hoping to sneak a few more titles in. What were your favorite books of the year?

10/31/2023

Happy All Hallows Eve Eve! 🖤🎃

08/15/2023

It’s been a week and it’s only Tuesday. On Sunday night, my beautiful grandmother (aged 100) passed away in her sleep. She was born and raised in Australia then met my grandfather there in WWII. Soon after, they were married and she moved back to the US with him. She’s one of the strongest women I’ve ever known. Grandaddy Hal passed about 22 years ago and we’re grateful she’s finally found peace and can be with him again.
But, in the midst of trying to navigate that loss, my sister has been in the ER with a post-surgical infection. We’re waiting on culture results to determine if it’s sepsis. Our family could certainly use prayers, juju, or good vibes as we navigate this transition and healing thoughts for my big sister if you have a few to spare. 🙏🖤