Dalea’s Blog.
Step into a realm where storytelling, creativity, and soul meet.
On this blog, you’ll find behind-the-scenes insights from my books and movies—including The Christmas Witch, Lost in Time, and the ever-expanding Amberlight Valley universe. I share writing tips, character deep dives, world-building secrets, personal reflections on creativity and healing, and updates on film festival journeys and screenplay adaptations. Expect cozy magic, mythic themes, seasonal rituals, and musings on what it means to be a neurodivergent creative navigating life with heart.
Whether you’re a reader, writer, dreamer, or filmmaker, there’s a spark here for you.
Amberlight Valley Favorites: White Mountain Books
There’s a certain kind of magic that only a bookstore can hold… the kind where every aisle hums with stories waiting to be discovered, and the air itself feels like it carries a quiet spell. Nestled right in the heart of Show Low, White Mountain Books is one of my favorite places to wander when I need to recharge, dream, or simply lose track of time.
Amberlight Valley Favorites: Arizona Mountain Coffee Co.
Every town has its heart spots… the places that become more than businesses, the ones that quietly weave themselves into your story. For me, one of those places will always be Arizona Mountain Coffee Co. With two locations—one in Show Low and one in Pinetop—this veteran-owned, family-run shop has been a backdrop for countless memories. Owners David and Heidi Brown have created something special: a space that is warm, welcoming, and just a little bit magickal.