Cheryl Rainfield's Blog, page 27

I love the contrast of the dusting of snow on leaves....#Idontmindthiskindofwinterweather#nature #thankyoutoronto

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I just finished THE DELPHI RESISTANCE by Rysa Walker; it was so good I immediately bought the third book

I just finished THE DELPHI RESISTANCE by Rysa Walker; it was so good I immediately bought the third book in the series. If you like YA books with characters who have psychic powers, then you will LOVE this series.

This was another book full of tension, emotion, and great twists. I rooted for Anna and all the other psychically-gifted kids the entire time.

Foster teen Anna is a strong-girl character who works to save herself and others. She can take on the souls of people who have passed-and what I found intriguing and unique is that after she helps them move on, she retains their memories and talents. Anna is such a great, likable character. I also love that her foster brother Deo is bi. We need more LGBTQIA characters in books! I also love that her therapist is such a positive character, and love that the physically-powered children fight to free themselves from their oppressors. I found parallels between their experiences and mine as a torture survivor.

If you haven’t yet picked up the first book, I hope you do. They are completely absorbing, thrilling, emotionally satisfying reads. I now have a new favorite author. Highly recommended!

#rysawalker #thedelphiresistance #bookstagram #bookrecs #bookrecommendations #booklove #cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist #YAlit

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I just finished THE DELPHI RESISTANCE by Rysa Walker; it was so good I immediately bought the third book in the series. If you like YA books with characters who have psychic powers, then you will LOVE this series.This was another book full of tension, em

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Gifts for writers, readers, and people with mental health issues.I love finding the perfect gift for others, something that fits them. If you have a writer reader or someone who deals with mental health issues who you love, or if that’s you, check out my

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Gifts For Writers, Readers, and for Mental Health, December 2018

I love finding thoughtful gifts for the people I love. Do you have a writer or reader you love? Or someone who deals with mental-health issues? Here are some gifts they might enjoy.

Mental Heath Issues

Positive Message, Encouraging Zines by ThingsMadeByZulaikha

Know someone who struggles with anxiety, depression, or self-harm, or struggle yourself? These zines by ThingsMadeByZulaikha may be just what you need. My favourites are 100 Things To Do When You’re Feeling Down ($5.94 US plus shipping); I’m Fine, Coping With Depression ($3.30 US plus shipping); Keep Moving Forward, mental health recovery and positivity ($3.96 plus shipping); and You Are The Entire Universe, a zine about self-love ($3.30 US plus shipping), but there are so many great choices here. You can read some of the pages within each zine before you buy (click on the images below each item).








Essential Oil Dough by
Essential oils can be calming, uplifting, energizing, and help fight depression, anxiety, and other issues. Combine them with something tactile that you can fidget with? Genius! Try these inexpensive, essential-oil scented doughs by








Mental Health Temporary Tattoos by SnugaMate

I love these mental health temporary tattoos by Snugamate on Etsy with positive messages (and great colours and designs). They come in packs of 15; my favourite packs are Bold, which has messages such as “Forgive Yourself,” “I Matter,” “Never Give Up,” and Power, which has messages such as “Believe In Yourself,” “So Proud of You,” “You Are Awesome.” I wish I’d had something like this years ago – a visual reminder of messages we might need on a hard day.

Self Care Kit by Itty Bitty Book Co, Promoting Positivity

This little self-care gift has some positive-message reminders, including a mini book of strength with positive quotes; a greeting card with “breathe” on it; and three double-sided mini laminated prints with positive quotes. ($13.20 plus shipping)

Positive-Message T-Shirts, Mugs, and more by Cheryl Rainfield

I have some positive-message T-shirts, notebooks, mugs, prints, and more available that tie into my books over at Threadless–You Don’t Deserve To Be Hurt, Not By Anyone-Not Even Yourself; You Are Stronger Than You Know; and Sometimes You Have To Be Your Own Hero. Choose the design you want first, with our without the hashtags, and then you’ll see all the products for that design.

For Writers

Slyfur

Anything from Slyfur is sure to be a hit for writers. They have SO many cool bookish items, including a

Writerly and Bookish Enamel Pins

Writerly pins are cute and popular, and an inexpensive gift. There are many awesome, beautifully designed ones, including a set with a typewriter and coffee ($18 US); a set with a composition book and pencil ($18 US); create something new typewriter pin ($9 US); a good book is always too short quote pin ($11.99 US); and more. Is it bad if I want them all? (grinning)

Dixit Storytelling Board Game

Does the writer you know need some more fun in their life? Some more creativity? If they’re feeling burnt out, Dixit, a beautifully-illustrated storytelling board game, might bring them back some spark.

Scrivener Writing Software

Scrivener is a popular writing software tool that many writers love. It’s supposed to make the writing process easier. Check first before you give this gift, as the writer you know may already have and use it. ($45 US)

Writer Enamel Pin by
I think this little typewriter enamel pin is cute, and it announces that the person who wears it is a writer – a great conversation starter! Also an affordable gift at $9.02 US plus shipping. They also have another version

Ergonomic Tools For Writers

[image error]Writers are working at keyboards all day (or pens and paper), and can easily start to have related health issues such as RSI. To help keep your writer healthy, consider getting them a good quality ergonomic keyboard, mouse, or other equipment. One of the easiest and least expensive ergonomic keyboards to use is Microsoft’s Natural Ergonomic Keyboard at $35 US. I have one and I like it. My top favorite ergonomic keyboard is the Advantage Kinesis, which places your fingers in the best position for the least amount of strain, but it takes some getting used to and is expensive at $319 US. I also highly recommend getting a mouse which puts your hand in a handshake position–also called a vertical mouse–again for the least amount of strain. Anker makes a good one for only $19.99 US. And since writers are sitting all day, consider helping them keep their health with an under-the-desk bike and pedal exerciser.

[image error]Writer T-shirts

There are many writerly T-shirts that might appeal to the writer you know, including a Writer T with a typewriter; I’d Rather Be Writing T-shirt; definition of a writer T-shirt (word-lover, artist, healer, researcher, world creator, etc); I’m A Writer; I Dream While Awake T-shirt; and more.

Writer Keyring

This writer keyring by SJJCreations1 on Etsy is a cute and affordable way to show a writer you know what they love – with little laptop, pen, and book charms attached. It would also make a great conversation starter. ($8.95 US)

Banned Book Bag

[image error]Some writers have had their books banned or challenged (I have). Most of us support the idea that people should be able to read what they want, and are against book banning. This banned-book bag by Out of Print brings awareness to the issue in a fun way. ($20.00 US) They also have banned book socks ($10.35 US), which I need to get myself some day soon! They also have typewriter socks, and some popular picture-book socks.

Writer Mugs

[image error]There are a lot of funny, affirming, and encouraging writer mugs out there. Some of my favourites are: the humorous I am a Writer, Anything You Say or Do May Be Used in a Story by MugCountry on Etsy ($12.95 US); my favorite a Banned Books mug by Out of Print; definition of a writer mug; and an awesome set of typewriter-key coasters in a typewriter.

Custom Book Cover Locket

What writer wouldn’t want one of their book covers on a necklace? It’s a great tribute to their books, and also a great way to start up a conversation about them. This custom book cover locket by SonnetandFable on Etsy would make a sweet gift for a writer.

For Readers

Slyfur Book Goodies

Have you checked out Slyfur? They have SO many cool book goodies, including a

Book Lover Gift Set by Fabulously Feminist

I love this book lover gift set by Fabulously Feminist on Etsy, with a Read and Resist mug; A Well Read Woman Is A dangerous Creature vinyl sticker; Women Who Read Are Dangerous vinyl sticker; Readers Gonna Read 2.25″ pinback button; Book Nerd 2.25″ pinback button; and a TON of 2″ round stickers with bookish sayings, including Live Free & Read; Read & Resist; Diverse Books Matter; and Read Banned Books. ($29.99 US plus shipping)

Reader Socks

[image error]Reader socks can keep your favorite reader cozy while they read, and send a message. They also seem to be really popular with a lot of readers, judging by SockSunday on Instagram. I can relate; I’m a book nerd myself and love all bookish things. If that sounds like you’re favourite reader, there are many choices, including: “Shh! I’m Reading” ($11.99 US); Books Turn Muggles Into Wizards by Out of Print ($10.35 US); Banned Book socks (I so want a pair!) ($10.35 US); rainbow library card socks (I need these, too!) also by Out of Print ($10.35 US); and many more.

Bookish Pins

There are a ton of cool bookish pins out there, including Books Turn Muggles Into Wizards; Where The Wild Things Are pins; book nerd; library card and stamp; and a library rolling bookcase with “This is how we roll.”

Reader Mugs

There are a lot of cool reader mugs out there, including “A Well-Read Woman Is A DANGEROUS Creature” by Fabulously Feminist on Etsy ($20.99 US); My Weekend Is All Booked with a beautiful image of a girl reading by ThePaisleyPressShop ($12.99 US); I Read Banned Books mug by SmittenByKristin on Etsy; and Reading Is My Superpower mug by MugCountry on Etsy ($13.99 US).













Reader T-Shirts

There are lots of fun booklover T-shirts, including One does not stop buying books just because there is no more self space; My Favourite Game Is How Many Chapters Can I Read In One Night T-shirt; and many more.

Subscription to a Book Box

There are many neat book subscription boxes that you can get as a gift for your favorite reader, including Uppercase’s monthly YA book subscription box where you not only get a signed first edition, but you also get cool bookish items. I’d love to be able to do this some year!

Bookstore Gift Cards

Don’t forget about bookstore gift cards! Readers LOVE to go wild in a bookstore, buying books they want with someone else’s money! It’s so fun. Don’t forget about gift cards from local bookstores, as well as online.

Signed Book or Book By A Favorite Author

Another thoughtful gift is a signed book (or bookplate) by a reader’s favourite author, or a book by their favourite author that they don’t have yet.

I hope this gives you some great ideas for gifts for people you love.

Petal and I sang Christmas carols with neighbours last night.

Petal and I sang Christmas carols with neighbours last night. I still find many things about Christmas hard and/or triggering, including some carols, but I enjoy singing….#cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist

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Dear readers – if you would like to see SCARS, HUNTED, or STAINED made into a show or movie by Netflix…

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Dear readers – if you would like to see SCARS, HUNTED, or STAINED made into a show or movie by Netflix, please could you leave a comment on Netflix’s FaceBook post where they ask for book recommendations? You can only nominate ONE book. If you’d like to nominate one of mine, I would be grateful. Wouldn’t it be amazing to see SCARS or HUNTED or STAINED as a movie??

#writerwishlist #authordream#booktomovie #scars#cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist #YAlit #YAbooks #bookstagram

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Dear readers – if you would like to see SCARS, HUNTED, or STAINED made into a show or movie by Netflix, please could you leave a comment through the link below (naming only ONE title)? You can only nominate ONE book. If you’d like to nominate one of mine,

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I’m grateful for this sweet, beautiful soul little girl

I’m grateful for this sweet, beautiful soul little girl who makes my life so much happier. I’m grateful for a warmer day with the snow all melted. Grateful to be reading a good book.What are you glad or grateful for today?

#grateful #positivevibes#cherylrainfield #YAwriter #LGBTQwriter #booknerd #bookworm #ireadYA #survivor #feminist#petalrainfield #chinesecrested #hairyhairless #dogstagram #ilovemydog #ilovemychinesecresteddog #dogmom

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I’m grateful for this sweet, beautiful soul little girl who makes my life so much happier. I’m grateful for a warmer day with the snow all melted. Grateful to be reading a good book.What are you glad or grateful for today?...#grateful #positivevibes

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