A.R. Pliley's Blog, page 2
June 10, 2022
Podcast - Why Not Add Another Blog?
My love for movies is so much that I decided that the podcast was the first step to sharing my passion. So I decided to write down my feelings before sharing them on the podcast.
So far I have reviewed 7 movies and 2 TV shows, including Jurassic World: Dominion. Check it out here:
https://plileyreview.blogspot.com/
A full list of the movies and TV shows is listed here:
The Requin 2022
Spiderman - No Way Home 2021
The Matrix Resurrections 2021
Dune 2021
Uncharted 2021
The Lost City 2022
Love, Death + Robots - Volume One
Love, Death + Robots - Volume Two
Love, Death + Robots - Volume Three
Jurrasic World Dominion 2022
Hawkeye Mini-Series 2021
I'll be adding at least once a week, if possible. I'm making sure to schedule my time so my current project is still kept on target.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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May 29, 2022
Reviewing Movies is Fun!
I LOVE movies. They give me so much inspiration and most of the time that is how I view my books.
Since this blog is dedicated to my writing I didn't want to take away from that. So instead I started a new podcast through Anchor. You can listen as you go about your regular day.
It's so convenient.
If you want to check out here is the link:
https://anchor.fm/alison-pliley7
For those who don't here's a picture of one of my cool stickers.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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May 17, 2022
SOLD OUT - What!?! Its Only My 2nd Event?
All Packed And Ready To Go. Best Friends Are Great Helpers.
All Set-Up. Let's Do This!!
Talveons, it's incredible to say but you read that correctly.
I completely sold out of Heritage: Beginning at the second event!
It still feels insane to even say.
And for those wondering, I took a decent amount with me and not just one or two. Not only did I sell out of book one, Heritage: Beginning, but I also sold a few of book two as well.
This is the picture of me signing the last copy for the person who brought it.
Honestly, there are no words. I got very emotional, yet remained professional until I got home. There were only 45 minutes left for the entire event and I seriously could not contain my smiling and laughing.
This event went so much smoother and I felt more prepared than before. I learned many things from my first event that helped me prepare better and having one of your best friends as support made the process so much easier.
(She kept remaining me to give out business cards as I was excited to talk to people I was forgetting.)
It was the most amazing day and I can't wait for more events. Although a few things have changed since this event happened so that will be on hold for a few weeks.
But stay tuned as some exciting announcements are coming.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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My First Ever in Person Event!
Here are some pictures from the first event.
My first event was incredibly nerve-racking, to say the least.
Being the over-organized person I am, I packed the car the night before so come the morning I was ready to go. Although I was so focused on the things I needed that I completely overlooked what I would wear. Thankfully I fixed that pretty quickly.
Tip: Always have your own merchandise on hand - in your exact size.
A made a video once I set the table up. You can check it out here:
Also, I made a quick video about the entire event once it was over and I made it home.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIbtCf4xXG8I was able to learn a few things that I will definitely apply to the next event.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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April 17, 2022
Exciting Announcement & Utter Panic!
Talveons,
This one is crazy.
I'm not the usual one for public appearances but I figured it was time to get the word out and what better way than applying for another event. You probably guessed by now that I was accepted.
I'm happy to announce that on April 23rd, 2022 I will be one of the vendors at the market in Kearns, Utah. I have included the flyer below for you to see the address etc.
While I'm super excited about this, you probably just realized the date. Yep, I found out I was accepted only two weeks before the event so it's all go over here.
If you are in Utah and available, please swing by and say hello. If not, I will be making some videos and posting them to my YouTube channel once I get back.
Even if you're not able to come along I appreciate your love and support from afar.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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April 15, 2022
Forever Twilight in Forks Event - Oh My Gosh! I Was Selected!
Talveons,
It's official I was selected for the Forever Twilight in Forks Event as one of the featured authors. I am completely honored and I honestly can't explain how amazing this is. I'm very nervous but also very excited.
Clearly I've never done any type of event like this before and the craziness of planning is already in full motion.
At this moment describing my feelings in emojis would be easier than writing them out. I swear its almost like every feeling all at once and my brain is frazzled from a million thoughts.
In 98% of my adult life I've worked in some form or another in customer service. Thankfully I feel like on the day my training in professionalism, friendliness and sales will definately be a helping hand. I just need to ensure that I'm taking deep calming breathes throughout the event.
However prayers and positive energy is much appreciated all the same.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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March 27, 2022
Grief Is So Weird!
Talveons,
To say the first 3 months of the year have been insane is just scratching the surface of the chaos in the Pliley home.
It may take some time yet we roll with the punches and usually come out on top.
The distance between the UK and the USA doesn't feel very big most days and yet there are occasions when it seems even further than the other side of the world.
As you can tell from the picture, in which my Nana looks super sassy and I love it, I lost someone close to me at the end of January. Due to all the arrangements etc, she was put to rest towards the end of February. It really was amazing to see how many people adored her and I can only hope to have an impact on others in such a positive way as she did.
Grief is so weird.
At first, I was ashamed as I didn't cry out the moment I heard the news and fall to the ground like they do in movies and TV shows. Being so far away I couldn't accept that it was really happening. Numb is the best word for it. I went into business mode checking on my mom, my siblings and checking flights to the UK, etc. Then came anger. Not towards her but mostly my husband and children.
It was then my best friend suggested a sleepover. A way to get out of the house for a while and take a break. And it was then on the freeway, driving the fast speed limit that I sang along to a song I love, but this time it hit me deeply.
I cried while driving the rest of the way. I parked in front of a temple close by to my best friend's home and I sat there texting my hubby. I was confused, ashamed and I hate people seeing me cry so I was refusing to continue on. Eventually, I did go inside and it turned out a great night.
An emergency trip to the UK for the funeral was arranged a little bit later and though I got to see my family it really was just bittersweet.
The funeral was where I finally broke down. I broke down hard. Luckily I had my UK family and my wonderful hubby with me so I was able to push passed it.
But I can only describe grief in my experience as waves. I feel okay and that life is carrying on and then something will remind me of the loss.
Like the cats knocked over the flowers in the picture and almost ruined the program. I lost my temper, screamed, and yelled, then cried to my hubby.
And the time I was cleaning up and found the last Christmas card she sent to us. It then hit me she'll never send another. Yep, more crying.
A few times now I've heard another song on the radio that reminds me of her. Sometimes big sobbing, sometimes little sobbing but always some.
Anyway, here we are almost two months later and I know she wouldn't want me to wallow.
My Nana was one of the best people I ever had the chance to know and she believed in me. She believed with her entire heart that even though I was far away I was doing what was best for me and my new USA family. She knew that I would be a bestselling author someday and I plan to make her proud.
With your continued support, my Talveons, I know can do so and that means more to me than you'll ever know.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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February 8, 2022
January 2022 SUCKED!
Talveons,
I have to tell you that the virus we shall not name is NO joke. But hey, I'm finally starting to come out of it...almost 3 weeks later.
Anyway, January 2022 decided to kick my family and me harder than ever before. I can't even begin to express the frustration, sadness, and finally more sadness. Without boring you with the details I'll just jump right into the updates for this year. - Patreon monthly zoom calls will be on the last Sunday of each month unless specified. Join now for February 2022! - I no longer have an online store for my T-shirts or bookmarks. Orders via email heritagesaga@gmail.com with payments made through PayPal. Orders will always be free shipping USA only. International will be case by case.- Starting in February monthly update emails will be sent out at the end of each month instead of the beginning. *Additional emails may be sent due to promotions/special events. Aside from this, I'm currently working on the Heritage saga book 3, no title yet, and so far it's going very well and on schedule.
I know I say this a lot but I just wanted to let you guys know how much I appreciate all the love and support I receive from you. It really does mean the world to me.
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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January 24, 2022
Isolation Time!
Talveons,
Sadly the situation we find ourselves in the last few years finally caught up with me. I somehow caught the virus we don't talk about, even though my family and I have taken many precautions.
Luckily, so far, it has remained one of the worst cold/flu I've ever experienced but nothing serious enough for a visit to the hospital. I am listening to my body and resting as much as I can. I have also isolated myself away from the rest of my family for the moment just to be safe.
So far my isolation has been very boring and since I don't have the energy to edit or write, I'm mostly watching movies, TV shows, and my favorite YouTubers.
I hope that everyone else is doing well and staying safe during these uncertain times.
You are not alone.
You are enough.
Always keep fighting.
A R Pliley
January 11, 2022
Let's Fix It!
Talveons,
I just heard that some may have had a hard time ordering the Ebook online for the new Heritage: Choice.
I'm So Sorry!
Here is a link to try for those interested. Also, you can view all purchasing options through the small, See all formats and editions, link on the same page under the book title.
https://www.amazon.com/.../B09LMG8GH1/ref=monarch_sidesheet
Always Keep Fighting.
You Are Enough.
A R Pliley
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