Where Story Meets Shoreline
🐚 I hope this note finds you in a moment of calm, or at least on your way toward one. Around here, the days have been full but meaningful, and I’ve been thinking about how much I appreciate this little ritual we share — this space where creativity and curiosity meet.
Today’s newsletter brings a few things I’m excited about, and I think you will be too.
-Angie
We’re kicking off this week by sharing the latest Mermaid’s Tale podcast episode. A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of welcoming Gary Brown to our studio, and the episode is now live on our YouTube channel. Coming soon: videos featuring our graphic designer, Rachel, and our Maine travel vlog. Make sure to like and subscribe to see further videos!
🎨 Studio Notes — Color Work in the Cove
The studio has been glowing with color this week — printers humming, samples of fine art scattered across my table. I’ve been deep in the quiet craft of color correction, coaxing each print towards the tones of its original. There’s something meditative about watching a piece finally transform into an almost exact reproduction, as if the studio itself exhales when the hues lock into place.
📘 Featured Blog Post — The Power of Book Reviews
This week’s featured post dives into something close to every author’s heart: the quiet power of book reviews. They’re more than feedback — they’re signals to the wider world that a story is worth discovering. In the blog, I explore how even a few thoughtful sentences can help a book find its readers, its momentum, and its place in the larger conversation.
🌊 Community & Tidepool Finds — Your Voice Matters
This week’s tidepool discovery: The ripple effect of reader reviews.
Your invitation: If one of our books has stayed with you, consider leaving a few words — your reflection might help someone else find their next favorite read.
Call to action: Share your thoughts, leave a review, and let your voice become part of the current.
🌛”Let your craft breathe.”
Mermaid Cove Upcoming Events
📍Gwynn’s Island Festival, June 27
📍Mathews Market Days, September 12-13
📍Virginia Wine & Garlic Festival, October 10-11
True life mermaids (or mermen) believe in themselves, they embrace their creativity and live life to the fullest.
Updates from Scott …
Have you found your rhythm?
A couple of years ago we purchased a diesel pickup truck as it seemed like a better choice for towing our RV for our camping and photography trips around this great nation. I spent my career repairing diesels of all sizes, so owning one felt natural to me.
Recently, while sitting in a Dunkin’ drive-thru splurging on an iced coffee … continue reading on Scott’s blog.
