Though this will be a strange mix, it fits the story line in great detail. You wouldn't think to put these particular songs together in a playlist and definitely in a playlist for a book but it works for this particular one. Enjoy and see if you can figure out where the book is going... Continue Reading →
Ambitions and Dreams
Though I'm all about anything artistic, I find the most important things in life revolve around our dreams and ambitions. If there is a desire deep inside, within your thoughts constantly, never letting you feel fulfilled, you have to go after it. Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to... Continue Reading →
Anything Artsy
I absolutely love seeing anything artistic about the world. Not just writing but anything. I've said that I enjoy crafting and painting, when I see these explored with children it warms my heart. For a time, many schools were not offering arts and crafts due to budget cuts. I have fond memories of these times... Continue Reading →
Interview With Tina Marie
Growing up on a farm, Tina Marie often found her most unforgettable moments to be when she was sitting on the porch of that farmhouse enjoying her surroundings and dreaming up stories. Though she's had her share of negativity with her desired career, after waiting 28 years she was unable to contain herself any longer... Continue Reading →
Self-Care
Being an adult , regardless of your job title, requires self-care if we are ever going to survive. Though many will say there isn't enough time in the day to spend time on themselves, you MUST make time. Even if it's only soaking in the tub letting your mind wonder, dream, and escape the hustle... Continue Reading →
The most difficult thing about being an author
I have discovered through my contact with other authors, most feel finding a publisher or agent is the most trying part of being an author. You have this manuscript you've spent blood, sweat, and tears on for at least a year writing, polishing up, and editing, only to send sometimes hundreds of query letters out... Continue Reading →
Easy Summer Meal
Taco salad is one of my absolute favorites. If I have the choice between regular tacos and taco salad, you can bet your sweet butt that I'm picking the taco salad. What you need: 1 Pound of ground meat 1 packet of taco mix 2 cups of sour cream (I prefer the light, it's easier... Continue Reading →
More Sneak Peeks
Today I'm introducing a new character in my current work. Though I had no plans on using this character, not even knowing she existed until I was finishing up my last chapter, I now have a whole new chapter added to my outline. The new chapter explores the family history of my main character, as... Continue Reading →
Morning Inspirations
I woke early this morning and before my eyes were open, I was clicking my computer to on. I went about getting my coffee and setting up my writing station as I waited for all the updates that accompany my morning start up. As I sat here waiting, I began thinking of all the authors... Continue Reading →
Interview with Author Emily Smith
As many writers can understand, Emily has a pile of started works, always put away because new ideas are burning inside. She's had a desire to write her entire life, even having her fanfiction published at 8 years old with Adrian Mole. Her current work is a self-help that has taken only a year to... Continue Reading →
