Gemotions

The email pinged on Elara’s phone, and she glanced down, anticipation bubbling in her chest. It was the publisher, finally offering her a deal for her cookbook. The subject line read, "Congratulations!" – followed by "and… some changes." The changes, she realized, were minimal. Her recipe for "Spiced Sunshine Muffins" had been a major hit under the name "Chef Remy's Morning Delight" in a popular magazine.

A chuckle escaped her, a sound almost giddy. She hadn’t expected this. She could now finally put her own recipes out there. She swiveled in her chair and gazed out at the rain-swept city, a feeling of pure delight washing over her. She would have to go to the store and get some new baking supplies.