“Consolino’s insightful writing makes this book a must-read for anyone who values novels that explore the intricacies of daily life and the resilience of the human spirit.”

—Carol Thompson, for Readers’ Favorite

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About the Author

Warm cups of coffee, good books, and long runs outside. If I had my way, our days would be filled with nothing but joy. But life usually throws us a few things we’re not quite expecting. And then? It’s how we react that makes the difference . . .

About The Marriage Debt

Nika Stewart hit the jackpot when it comes to her second husband. But thanks to impending menopause and her long list of responsibilities, she doesn’t want to have sex with him. When Nika seeks help from a therapist, she discovers that that sex with Ethan (or the lack thereof) might not be the only problem after all.

There's a fine line between reliance and independence, tending and mothering, and love and obligation.

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Sorry to Miss You!

February 27, 2026

February 26, 2026 has been circled on my calendar for quite a while. On that date is the Tasting with Friends at Benham’s Grove, a site in Centerville that is willing to host a group of local authors…

Prompts

February 16, 2026

I used to get up early to write, and I ran after the kids left for school. Now, I run before Melina leaves the house, and I haven’t yet found a good time to write. That problem needs…

Off Screen

February 15, 2026

We’ve discussed social media here before, so I won’t rehearse the familiar arguments. But on Friday, I did something deliberate: I chose to pause. I announced that, for the foreseeable future, I’ll be stepping back from all platforms—namely…