A Classic High Fantasy Tale -sneak peek

Magic Denied is up for pre-sale! It’ll be released on August 1st. So if you’re looking for: go and check it out on Amazon. It’s available in Kindle Unlimited, ebook, and paperback. Amazon.com A few weeks ago, I shared part of the first chapter with you. If you missed it, here’s a direct link toContinue reading “A Classic High Fantasy Tale -sneak peek”

Cover Reveal and Behind the Scenes: Building Rapunzel

A few weeks ago, I shared a sneak peek at my Rapunzel retelling. If you didn’t get a chance to read it, you can click here: Sneak Peek. I’m super excited about this story. It’s presently with an editor in the final stages and available for pre-sale on Amazon! The pre-sale date is listed asContinue reading “Cover Reveal and Behind the Scenes: Building Rapunzel”

Coming Soon: A Sneak Peek at a Rapunzel Re-Telling (And some of my methodology)

Fairy tale retellings are popular, and they can go from super dark to a sweet romance. You can find them as an urban fantasy spin-off. (Think of the recent T.V. series Once Upon a Time or Once.) Over the past year or so, I’ve mentioned them a few times in my newsletter or various blogContinue reading “Coming Soon: A Sneak Peek at a Rapunzel Re-Telling (And some of my methodology)”

Self-Publishing VS Traditional Publishing

Over the past few decades, the whole realm of independent publishing, self-publishing, or being an independent author has grown. Not only have independent authors increased, but the whole industry has developed. A number of decades ago, a self-published author would write a memoir or a story. They would pay for a company to typeset, edit,Continue reading “Self-Publishing VS Traditional Publishing”

The Pendulum of Writing

People always tell me I’m good with words. Maybe I am. I don’t know. When I compare myself to other writers, I always admire what they do. And perhaps there are those who compare themselves to me. The comparison game should never be played, at least if we care about our mental health and well-being.Continue reading “The Pendulum of Writing”

A Sneak Peek: Excerpt from Chapter 1

Here’s a third look into my latest Work-in-Progress. This scene is between Keira and Jana. They grew up together and are best friends. There are a few key things planted in this scene that are important later in the story. Can you spot them? What do you think they are? That’s all for now. EnjoyContinue reading “A Sneak Peek: Excerpt from Chapter 1”

Writing Resources -Brandon Sanderson

When I meet other aspiring authors, I often get asked questions about improving one’s writing. I can share a little bit, but like anything in life, we’re always learning and growing. So, I’m always reading or listening to resources on writing. Perhaps one of the best resources, especially for new authors, is Brandon Sanderson’s lectureContinue reading “Writing Resources -Brandon Sanderson”

A Sneak Peek: Excerpt from Chapter Two

Here’s a second peek into my latest Work-in-Progress. This scene takes place in chapter two, which introduces you to Keira’s workplace (a bakery), her colleague, Michelle, and boss, Steve. The reader and Keira get a glimpse of a beast? a shifter? or something else that’s been attacking the city. He has his eyes on KeiraContinue reading “A Sneak Peek: Excerpt from Chapter Two”

New Short Story!

Every week, Reedsy posts a few short story prompts and anyone interested in writing is welcome to submit a story or write it for fun! A few weeks ago, they posted the contest: #292: Colour Your World with Kobo Writing Life. And the prompt that inspired me was: Center your story around an artist whoseContinue reading “New Short Story!”

Book Review: Blood and Buttercups -A Vampire’s Guide to Gardening by Shari Tapscott

I’m not sure how I stumbled across this book, but I’m so thankful I did. It is urban fantasy, the romance is clean, and the story line is interesting. I do confess there is a slight cliff hanger at the end that has nothing to do with the main story, but left me with myContinue reading “Book Review: Blood and Buttercups -A Vampire’s Guide to Gardening by Shari Tapscott”