I love talking with authors and seeing how different their journeys look—and how each one finds their own rhythm for creativity. In today’s interview, you’ll meet an author who embraces a flexible writing schedule, proving that you don’t need rigid rules to create stories that resonate.
Kacie Taylor’s answers are thoughtful, encouraging, and full of heart, and I think you’ll walk away feeling inspired (and maybe even a little less alone) in your own writing journey.
Kacie Taylor’s Book & Writing Process
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Q: What is the title of your book, and what is it about?
A: Finding You. All Anne wants is her grandmother’s jewelry box. So does her bratty sister.
In a manipulative sort of exchange, Anne begrudgingly agrees to go on a blind date to get the heirloom. While the date is a disaster—the guy is just as uninterested, a storm cuts power, and she gets trapped in a pottery store—it’s also the beginning of an unexpected romance with a man trapped with her.
What a fun setup! I love how a night that starts as a total disaster turns into the beginning of something beautiful.
Q: Publication date
A: June 11, 2025
Q: What genre is Finding You?
A: Sweet short story contemporary romance
That sounds like such a cozy read—perfect for when you want a quick hit of love and hope.
Q: What inspired you to write Finding You, and how did you come up with the idea for it?
A: This particular book started because I had the idea for two strangers to meet and experience an instant connection while trapped during a storm, and it evolved from there.
I actually had an even shorter version written, which I submitted to a writing contest. I then fleshed it out to what it is now.
I love that spark of inspiration. You took a moment and turned it into a full story readers can escape into.
Q: What themes and tropes are included in Finding You?
A: Sibling rivalry, meet-cute, forgiveness, instant love connection, secret identity
All the ingredients of a romance that readers can’t resist! That mix sounds deliciously fun.
Q: Who is the ideal reader for Finding You?
A: Anyone who enjoys clean romance
That makes it so accessible—sometimes a sweet, heartwarming romance is exactly what we’re craving.
Q: How important are book reviews?
A: Genuine reviews are wonderful. They let me know what I’m getting right and, as long as a lower rating is explained well, I can try to make improvements in future books.
Personally, I regularly check a book’s reviews before I read it. Not necessarily to check the star ratings, but to find out if the book is a clean read or not.
For my own books, I think reviews encourage other readers to give my books a try, especially if I’m a new author to them.
So true—reviews are like little bridges between readers and authors. I love that you see them as both encouragement and growth opportunities.
Q: What was the most challenging aspect of writing and publishing? How did you (do you plan to) overcome it?
A: Marketing is a beast. The expense can be huge, so I try to find ways to promote my books without breaking my wallet.
Newsletter swaps with other authors have been my most used tactic. It’s fun to work with other writers, and it’s free or costs very little.
Marketing really can feel like wrestling a dragon! I love that you’ve found community groups on FB. I also have a weekly newsletter.
That’s a wonderful balance—connecting with readers in real time and also giving them a regular dose of you in their inbox.
Q: Have you ever resuscitated a project you’d shelved? What helped it work better the second time around?
A: Yes. One of the first books I ever published needed a refresh, so I added some scenes and tweaked others to make them flow better, and then republished it. I’m always growing as a writer and hopefully improving as well.
I love your openness to revisiting past works. It shows such commitment to your craft and your readers.
Writing Advice from Kacie Taylor
Q: How do you balance the demands of writing with other responsibilities?
A: I try to follow a schedule to balance writing with everyday responsibilities, but I’m pretty loose about it. My brain doesn’t do well with strict demands, but I’m always trying to push myself to do as much as possible and still create quality stories.
That’s such a kind and realistic approach—giving yourself structure without stifling creativity. I love how you recognized what worked for you and leaned into it instead of fighting it.
Q: If you could tell your younger writing self anything, what would it be?
A: READ!! Read as much as you can, especially in the genre(s) you plan to write.
Yes! Reading really is the best teacher. What a gift of advice to your younger self.
Q: What would you say to an author who wanted to design their own cover?
A: This can be so tricky. Not just about the artwork/photos you choose to use, but the composition.
I see too many covers where the two main characters are photoshopped together, but the lighting and/or styles are completely different, making the whole thing look amateurish.
If you have artistic abilities, I say give it a try. I design all mine, but I wouldn’t if I weren’t an artist.
That’s such honest, helpful advice, and it’s wonderful that your art skills let you create covers that truly fit your stories.
Q: What is one writing resource that you couldn’t do without?
A: My loyal ARC readers! They know my style and what to expect from my writing. Plus, if there are any errors I’ve missed, they track them down.
ARC readers really are superheroes—what a blessing to have that kind of a support team behind you.
Just for Fun
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Why?
A: Teleportation to anywhere. Save on gas.
Yes, please! Imagine all the extra writing time you’d get without commuting… and the places you could go!
Q: If you were not a writer, what would you want to be and why?
A: Maybe a teacher. I worked as a special ed. aide for many years before I officially started writing. Those kids were the best. It was such a rewarding feeling to watch them improve.
That says so much about your heart—no wonder your stories have so much warmth and care in them.
Q: What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever done for fun?
A: I used to be terrified of rollercoasters, but now I love them. (I was in my 20s before I went on my first one).
Wow! That’s the best kind of bravery—facing the fear and then discovering joy on the other side.
Q: What’s your writing kryptonite—the one thing that can completely derail your progress?
A: Writer’s block. My next release took me about a year to finish because I couldn’t get past one particular scene. I tried changing it around a bunch of times, until FINALLY, something worked.
I think every writer feels seen by this. Thank you for sharing so honestly about the struggle and the persistence it takes.
Q: If your keyboard could talk, what would it say about your writing habits?
A: She has terrible posture when typing.
Haha! I think most of us are guilty of that one. Your keyboard would have lots of company.
Let’s Connect with Kacie Taylor
Q: What are you working on next?
A: I’ll be starting the fourth book in my historical western romance series (The Bailey Saga), plus a couple of contemporary WIPs.
How exciting! It sounds like readers have so much to look forward to from you in both genres.
About Finding You
Anne loves her sister, even if said sister is a manipulative brat. To avoid as much drama as possible, Anne usually just lets her have her way. She’s used to it, after all. It’s never been that big of a deal, until Gramma’s jewelry box, something precious to Anne, gets thrown into a tug-of-war between the sisters.
Anne will do just about anything to hold onto it. Which is how she finds herself on a blind date. At the mall. Eating so-so Chinese in the food court. Oh, and those dark clouds hanging around? Cue the fierce storm that cuts the power and traps her inside a pottery shop.
Fun times.
The only thing saving her from having the worst day ever is the handsome, charming man trapped with her. Is he for real? Could he possibly be interested in her?
Seems too good to be true. With Anne’s luck, he probably is.
This is a sweet short story romance, no swearing, kisses only. HEA guaranteed.
About Kacie Taylor
Kacie Taylor loves all things romance, which is why you can bet she’s reading a sweet romance novel right now!
Besides reading, she enjoys writing clean and wholesome romantic fiction (Fantasy, Regency/Historical, Contemporary; as long as there’s romance), creating art and music, eating chocolate, snuggling with her handsome husband, spending time with family, and relaxing at home.
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