Cindy Spearman may have lost her way, but her canvas is far from finished. A gifted artist and sophomore at Camellia University, she’s desperate to outrun the wreckage of her past. Yet, every day on campus feels like a resist the old escapes, endure the whispers, and ignore the pain. As she fights to rebuild her life, Cindy finds herself tangled in a web of manipulation, betrayal, and the quiet pull of self-destruction. The closer she gets to reclaiming her future, the more the past threatens to drag her under. Can she make it through the semester without losing everything, or will the weight of who she was crush the woman she is trying to become?
Regina N. Smith is an African American author from Louisiana whose work tackles difficult and often overlooked topics. Her writing explores bullying, interracial relationships, racial discrimination, colorism, child abuse, women’s issues, and complex friendships. She is unafraid to address situations that may be triggering, presenting them within narratives that encourage awareness and moral reflection. Through both virtuous and flawed characters, Regina crafts stories where every figure serves a greater purpose, guiding readers to think critically and engage in deeper dialogue.
Recently, she wrote “I Hope This Letter Finds Its Way to You,” a heartfelt song inspired by her Love Fumbles series, bringing moments from the stories to life through music.
Still Life, More Drama is a witty and relatable cozy mystery that expertly balances humor with a compelling plot. The author, Regina Smith, crafts a charming small-town world and a cast of quirky characters that will keep readers entertained and engaged from beginning to end.