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Novelette Review | The Intercessor by Abbigail Raine B.

Oh my goodness. This was the PERFECT prequel to The Guardian. At last, we get an entire story (albeit short enough to read in an afternoon) solely in Jack O’Connell’s point of view. EEEEEP! Of course, I loved every second of it. 🥰 His character shone through so deliciously strong and clear. There’s so much… Continue reading Novelette Review | The Intercessor by Abbigail Raine B.

rambling about my favorite 2023 experiences

I’m going to be rambling about some of my favorite 2023 experiences (as the title suggested). If you needed proof that I am an outrageously sentimental person, this is it. Don’t judge me. 😇 I’m posting this right before my one-week Christmas hiatus, so blame that if I don’t get to your comment right away.… Continue reading rambling about my favorite 2023 experiences

Cover (…and character) Reveal | The Black Rose Collection

I’m so thrilled to share with you the cover to The Black Rose Collection, the New Adult Christian fantasy anthology I’m a part of! I’m also doing the “What’s Their Name?” writer’s tag (revealing some more about my heroine), so grab a bowl of popcorn and enjoy! ✨ About The Black Rose Collection Receiving a… Continue reading Cover (…and character) Reveal | The Black Rose Collection

I wrote Part 3 of A Stormy Night | Write Your Worst Challenge

Yes, Lucianalynn Rose’s story continues. *drum roll commences* It’s nighttime at the moment, and though I want to work more on a WIP, I’m way too brain dead right now. (I’m blaming my long shift at the coffee shop. And all the creative energy I spent editing my not-secret-anymore novella yesterday.) I was trying to… Continue reading I wrote Part 3 of A Stormy Night | Write Your Worst Challenge

Unveiling My Secret Fantasy Project (+ cover reveal signups!!!)

He held out his hand. His broad, scarred hand. It had probably barbarously killed hundreds of innocent people. She wouldn’t touch it with a ten-foot branch.  “Captain Kennard Engall of Eiren, Your Highness,” he said, in a lilting Eireni accent. Ravenna stared pointedly at his open hand, then at his hazel eyes, careful not to… Continue reading Unveiling My Secret Fantasy Project (+ cover reveal signups!!!)

Ten Things I Learned While Publishing My First Novel | ft. Bethany Klassen

Bethany Klassen is a Christian historical author whose debut novel Sins of the Past released this past August! And today, I have the honor of welcoming her on my blog, where she’ll share the lessons she learned while publishing her novel! Enjoy – and take some notes! 🖋️ 😉 Are you considering publishing a book?… Continue reading Ten Things I Learned While Publishing My First Novel | ft. Bethany Klassen

Sneak Peeks & Worldbuilding Advice | Author Interview with Jaiden Phillips

Jaiden Phillips just published her debut novel, The Guild of Thieves, a YA fantasy full of pickpockets, colorful settings, and heart-wrenching conflict. And today, I’m SO excited to share this author interrogation – er, interview – I did with her! Jaidie’s such a sweet and talented writer and artist, and I know you’ll love her… Continue reading Sneak Peeks & Worldbuilding Advice | Author Interview with Jaiden Phillips

how to write unemotional characters | the art of subtlety

Let’s be honest. Many of us writers are hopeless romantics with a secret penchant for what some would call drama. We mourn roadkill on the streets and have iron-clad loyalties to our favorite songs just because of the emotional experience we associate with them. Many of us writers find it hard to imagine people who… Continue reading how to write unemotional characters | the art of subtlety

New Release | ARROW by Madisyn Carlin (fairy tale retelling)

Saving lives is a deadly endeavor. When her plans to return a kidnapped child to his family are thwarted, royal detective Redwyn “Red” Deathan’s journey takes an unexpected path when she finds herself agreeing to assist Frilore’s monarchy in hunting down those responsible for poisoning their son. The prince has few days left to live,… Continue reading New Release | ARROW by Madisyn Carlin (fairy tale retelling)

Book Review | Because You Saw Me by Lillian Keith

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 stars This is a sweet, thoughtfully-told story that took me on a ride full of adventure, suspense, and mystery! I realize that sounds like a contradiction – sweet AND suspenseful? But somehow, it is. Told through the eyes of a young orphan girl, there’s a simplicity to the tale that gives it a… Continue reading Book Review | Because You Saw Me by Lillian Keith