Welcome to My Author Site!



My author site has been too long in coming, Don’t you think?

Why now? I started my writing career as a nonfiction author about 15 years ago. That led me to a career as a freelance writer, which I love, love love!

Since I started writing, I’ve thought about trying my hand at fiction. Specifically, writing a romance novel. A sweet romance novel–so if you’re looking for something steamy, my books won’t be up your alley. But if you own a “This is my Hallmark movies watching shirt” you’ll probably love my romance novels.

My first novel isn’t quite ready for publication just yet, so stay tuned.

While you’re waiting, check out a copy of my latest story published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: Just Say Yes, Has a little angel been resting on your shoulder and whispering that you need to do something that’s given you great pause? What’s your hesitation really about?

Just Say Yes a compilation of 101 stories from people who stepped way outside their comfort zones and did something that blew their minds (and everyone else’s too). My story is entitled “The World Is My Classroom” and you’ll find it on page 120. It’s a story of how I mustered the courage to break out of my comfort zone to homeschool our four young children. It turned out to be one of the most rewarding seasons of my life.

Incidentally, I’m honored to be a Chicken Soup for the Soul author considering they receive about 10,000 entries for each book, and they’ve chosen me twice!

Just Say Yes

Toni Elaine

Author Bio

I started freelance writing full time in 2015 and have been quite successful. I have bylines with Forbes/USA Today, Investopedia, HealthNews, HelpGuide, Diligent, GetSure, NAMI, and more. Check out my freelance writer site at insurancewriterandmore.com to learn more about that side of my career.

As for nonfiction, I am a 2x contributor for Chicken Soup for the Soul, and my first romance novel should be published in 2024 or 2025.

I’m a wife, mother, and grandmother. When I’m not writing, you’ll find me spending time with family, chasing waterfalls, or hiking in the Tennessee Mountains.

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