We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Vivianne Blake a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Vivianne , so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
I found my purpose through finding what feels good. And for me, that’s writing. I love creating worlds away from my own and sometimes worlds that feel close to home. As a storyteller, I like to feel good about what I’m creating and maybe letting someone else escape from their own reality and to be transported into one I create.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
I write emotionally rich women’s fiction and clean romance that explores healing, second chances, and the quiet power of starting over. My stories are set in cozy coastal towns and often center around women at a crossroads in life—women who are rediscovering themselves after loss, heartbreak, or burnout. I believe in the beauty of slow love, deep friendships, and places that feel like home.
Professionally, I’m fully focused on writing and publishing the Seastone Cove series—a seven-book romance and family saga set on Bainbridge Island. It follows Amelia Cole, a woman rebuilding her life in a new town, and the unexpected community and love she finds there. Each book weaves together heartfelt character arcs, small-town charm, and emotionally satisfying love stories that are closed-door but deeply romantic.
What excites me most about this journey is hearing from readers who feel seen, soothed, or inspired by my characters’ journeys. My work isn’t just about love stories—it’s about coming home to yourself.
Right now, I’ve just released my debut romance novel, The Cottage at Seastone Cove, with my second book in the series on the way soon. I’m also building my reader community and planning intimate virtual events for readers who want to connect with the heart behind the stories.
There’s more to come, and I’m excited to continue writing fiction that offers both escape and emotional depth—stories that feel like a deep exhale.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
Looking back, I’d say the three most impactful qualities on my journey have been emotional intuition, resilience, and creative discipline.
Emotional intuition has shaped every word I write. As an author of character-driven stories, it’s been essential for me to deeply understand human emotions—grief, longing, joy, and the quiet moments in between. Tuning into what isn’t said, what’s felt beneath the surface, is what gives my stories their depth. My advice for others: slow down, observe more than you speak, and don’t rush the emotional beats—whether in life or on the page.
Resilience has helped me stay the course through rejections, self-doubt, and the long, invisible seasons of building something from scratch. Writing (and publishing) is rarely a straight path. You’ll hear “no” more than “yes,” and your confidence will waver—but if the work lights you up, keep going. Protect your dream from everything that tries to pull you off track.
Creative discipline has allowed me to turn inspiration into momentum. Writing when it’s hard. Writing when I’m tired. Writing when I don’t feel like it. Discipline doesn’t mean perfection—it means staying committed when motivation fades. My advice? Create rituals that honor your creativity. Make your writing time sacred, even if it’s only 30 minutes a day.
Each of these traits has helped me write stories that feel honest, hopeful, and healing—and I believe they’re traits anyone can grow with time, self-trust, and compassion.
Awesome, really appreciate you opening up with us today and before we close maybe you can share a book recommendation with us. Has there been a book that’s been impactful in your growth and development?
The book that has played the most important role in my personal and creative development is Untapped Magic by Chloe Panta. It’s a self-development book, but it’s unlike anything I’ve ever read—more of a spiritual guide for reclaiming your power and creating a life that feels aligned, authentic, and purpose-led.
One of the most impactful takeaways for me was the idea that you’re not broken—you’re blocked. That shifted everything. It helped me see that doubt, fear, and resistance weren’t signs I wasn’t meant for this path, but signals pointing to where I still needed healing and clarity.
Another powerful lesson from the book: your external reality is a reflection of your internal state. That made me deeply examine the beliefs I was holding about success, worth, and visibility. As a writer, especially in the early stages, you have to believe in your work before anyone else does—and Untapped Magic gave me tools to cultivate that inner certainty.
It’s a book I return to often, especially when I need to reconnect with my purpose, quiet the noise, or step back into creative flow. It reminded me that magic isn’t something we find—it’s something we remember. And I carry that wisdom with me into every story I write.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.vivianneblake.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vblakewrites
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Vivianne-Blake/61575707735804/
- Other: I’m always looking for Advanced Copy Readers for my books,: https://www.vivianneblake.com/arc-reader/
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