No. 2 in a series of posts designed to give an overview of self-publishing. It’s a beautiful moment. You’re sitting there, thinking about ideas or memories, and all of a sudden it comes together and you say: “I think I shall write books!” (if you’re anything like Jo March). The revelation is easy. So is … Continue reading So, You Want to Write a Book?
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The Art of Never Giving Up
Writing a novel is hard. We probably all know this, and yet, many of us set out to accomplish this mighty feat. Isn't it amazing? But when you're in the middle of writing a book, sometimes it doesn't feel so amazing. I've been on a rollercoaster with my WIP, "Project Pea," over the past 15 … Continue reading The Art of Never Giving Up
The Huntress
An unedited writing warmup In the matter of a moment, her life went to ruin. Sariah could barely comprehend the empty space in the nook that held her prized possessions, and yet at the same time, she knew exactly what had happened. Sariah's mind went right to that woman - that terrible huntress whose machinations … Continue reading The Huntress
Blank Pages
Anne of Green Gables once said: "Tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it...yet." Or at least, L.M. Montgomery put the words in Anne's mouth. I like to think about this quote in terms of the new year. Isn't it a wonderful thought that this is a whole new year with hundreds of … Continue reading Blank Pages
Get It While It’s Free!
Happy Christmas week, everyone! As a Christmas gift to all of my wonderful readers and followers, I've discounted my newest book Colours until Christmas Day - and it's FREE! Both reviewers and beta readers alike have raved about this "moving tale of loss and restoration." It's the perfect story for anyone who loves sci-fi, mystery, … Continue reading Get It While It’s Free!
I’m running out of Monday quotes but hey, it’s Monday!
Happy new week everyone! I encourage you today to think about your accomplishments from last week, even if they were small. Start the week by being encouraged to reach your next goals. This Week in the Life of a Freelancer: Continuing work on an NFT backstoryWorking on a new short story for submission to a … Continue reading I’m running out of Monday quotes but hey, it’s Monday!
The Writing Process (Part 3)
If you're not caught up on my writing process series, you can start with this post here! As a quick recap, I've been taking you all on a journey through how I write stories. In the first post, I showed you how I come up with details before I write the story. In the second … Continue reading The Writing Process (Part 3)
Remember: This Is YOUR Monday
Another week dawns, and it's time to get things done! What are your goals for this week? Goals are so important to keep you on track! This Week's Headlines... Writing backstory for an NFT campaignCompleting a contemporary romance novellaWorking on a children's bookComposing book reviewsDrafting an original short storiesContinuing work on Project Pea Freelancing Tip … Continue reading Remember: This Is YOUR Monday
Tuesday is just Monday, but a little to the left
Okay yeah, you caught me. I missed two posts I was supposed to make last week, and I didn't even update yesterday either! How could I? Well, all I can say is that I was extremely busy. (Really, it's not an excuse, but as a new indie author, a freelancer with constantly fluctuating work, and … Continue reading Tuesday is just Monday, but a little to the left
Get COLOURS: An otherworldly short story series TODAY!
Everyone wishes for a second chance, and no one more than the traveller who holds one in his grasp. But what happens when that chance fails, time and time again?The total destruction of a planet, a boy leaving home, a teacher coming in contact with alien life, a draconic businesswoman hungry for power...These people and … Continue reading Get COLOURS: An otherworldly short story series TODAY!
The Story Canvas 