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"As introspective as it is adventurous, Elizabeth Carlton’s fantastical romance novel The Royal Rogue opens the door to a world full of magic and responsibility, duty and destiny." - Foreword Clarion Reviews Foreword Clarion is the second trade review company to provide its take on The Royal Rogue , following BlueInk Review last November. Rated 4 out of 5, Foreword Clarion Reviews highlights several of the novel's strengths, including the development of its complex world a

I wrote a chapter yesterday that was from the perspective of one of the "bad guys" in my trilogy. He's riddled with regret for the choices he made. On the one hand, his misery is a "just dessert." After all, this person committed awful acts in The Royal Rogue. But on the other hand, it's hard not to feel a twinge of pity when a spark of decency starts to show.

I used to look forward to New Year’s Eve. There was something spiritual about how the world would pause and take a collective breath before embarking on new beginnings. But it’s different these days. The dreaming and the hope aren’t as bright as they used to be.

My friends, I am over the moon! The Royal Rogue received its first trade review today. BlueInk review described it as a "compelling first novel" that "will satisfy genre fans seeking a new series to enjoy." You can read the full review here.

I'm thrilled to share that we have an official release date for Chivalry's Code! The book will release August 14, 2026 - just a little less than a year after its predecessor, The Royal Rogue.

BJ Drye of The Stanly Record recently interviewed me about The Royal Rogue. He was curious to know what the difference was between this iteration and the previous one, and I was thrilled to tell him all about it!

I'm giving away free copies of The Royal Rogue in exchange for reviews. If you're new to my work and missed out on the Goodreads Giveaway, this is a great way to dip your toes in the water and see what you think.

As we draw closer to The Royal Rogue's release, I wanted to give you (the reader) a look at the inspiration that fueled the creation of the rogue's story, from its earliest iterations to now. So, I gathered a few questions from some of my veteran readers and answered them below.

I'm thrilled to announce that the reboot of The Rogue Trilogy is being rereleased into the world, starting with The Royal Rogue on August 15, 2025 . The cover speaks to a very different take on Jaycent's story. His story is darker. Grittier. And those who enjoy a good romantasy will find the love triangle woven into the subplot satisfying.   More news to come, but I hope you'll revisit this trilogy with me. The Kindle version is currently available for preorder, and the pap

There was a time when I wasn't afraid to be vulnerable and honest. I'd like to get to that point again. So this is me dipping my toes in...

All three books in The Rogue Trilogy are expected to re-release in 2025, but not as they were. Each book is undergoing a makeover - inside and out - that offers a brand take on these old adventures. After years of providing writing coaching and development services, I'm finally closing the door on them, and it's for a very special reason. You see, I've made the leap back into fiction. It's been a long time since I've put out a book; 2018, to be exact. But now I'm thrilled to

It’s a romantic picture, isn’t it? A messy kind of beauty that makes writing feel both enchanting and rebellious.

In an era where writers often find themselves responsible for their own branding and marketing, social media savviness is a must. Whether you’re looking to appeal to traditional publishers or you’re pursuing self-publishing, you need to build and foster online channels to connect with and grow your fan base. But in an arena where writers are a dime-a-dozen, how do you make yourself stand out? The harsh truth is that you won’t if all you’re doing is bullhorning quotes and sale

This post is not a paid endorsement. I was not asked to write about this product. This is merely something I discovered for myself and thought it was worth sharing. Recently, I brought my son and husband to our local strategy/board game shop. It's a favorite haunt of mine; one that constantly reminds me I need to make more friends now that I live in a new country. Our son loves it because they have a nice collection of Pokémon cards. Me? I always gravitate to the wall of Dung

The challenge of narrating a story in the first person can make even seasoned writers balk. Most books are written in the third person because it offers a wider, more flexible perspective. But there are reasons for — and advantages to — writing in the first person. The most obvious is its intimacy. First-person storytelling brings you closer to the character because you aren’t just writing about them. Like method acting, you invite yourself to become them, which allows you a

World-building is the act of creating a fictional realm that serves as a playground for your characters, and a stage for your plot. If...

I wasn’t searching for a storyboarding tool. At the time that I discovered this useful gem, I was simply researching a replacement for...

It was a season of writer’s block that no “tried and true” tip could cure. Only I could, and it was the most challenging four years of my...

Recently, I had the chance to chat with my alma mater ( Pfeiffer University ) about my writing career and how I evolved in ways that...

The Ink Mines Studios is the team of brilliant artists and designers behind my book cover designs. I came across them unexpectedly and in...