I'll be honest, I'm terrible when it comes to organizing my time and life. I let the things I care about the most get pushed to the side in my zealous pursuit of success in life. But, success isn't always everything. Far too many times I've missed out on a wonderful memory because I wasn't… Continue reading Prioritizing Writing Despite Stress and Life
Throne of Glass: A Review
Oh dear... this is going to be fun. Throne of Glass is the first book in the Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. A series that is surprisingly quite popular, actually. We first begin with Celaena (our protagonist) being taken away from her prison and brought to the castle. We find out she… Continue reading Throne of Glass: A Review
A Winter Grim and Lonely: A Review
I'm back after over a week, this time with my third review! A Winter Grim and Lonely is a novella written by Nicki Chapelway. It is set in the lovely world of Havenkeep. Quick Blurb Mirror… Mirror…. Ismena is the queen of Alain and considered by all to be the fairest maiden in the land.… Continue reading A Winter Grim and Lonely: A Review
Crown of Roses Cover Reveal
It's here, folks! The official cover for Crown of Roses! I am super excited to finally be sharing this with you all! So, without further ado... *drumroll* Copyright © Oceane McAllister Copyright © Oceane McAllister I personally love the cover, though it is simple. Also, Crown of Roses will be published sometime in summer of… Continue reading Crown of Roses Cover Reveal
The Folk of the Air Series Review
I recently read the first two books of The Folk of the Air series, The Cruel Prince and The Wicked King. I had heard such wonderful things about this gripping, suspenseful, dark fantasy. And in some ways, it delivered. But not quite, unfortunately. The Cruel Prince begins with Jude (the main protagonist) watching her parents… Continue reading The Folk of the Air Series Review
Poem Plus Cover Reveal Date!
Do not steal or copy. Created by Oceane McAllister. Hey all! I'm extremely excited to share that a cover reveal will be coming your way soon! Crown of Roses' publication keeps drawing nearer, and I'm beyond thrilled! *cue squeals* Okay, so I know that if you're reading this, you're at least mildly interested in the… Continue reading Poem Plus Cover Reveal Date!
In My Dreams: A Poem
It has been quite awhile since I last posted a poem! So, it seems like a good time to introduce a new one titled In My Dreams. This specific poem is mostly about wistfulness. A wistfulness for memories I'll never get to enjoy, of a person I won't ever be, of a life I'd love… Continue reading In My Dreams: A Poem
New Domain and Exciting News!
Exciting news! First, I finally decided to spend the money and get myself a domain! Instead of oceanewrites.wordpress.com, it's now oceanemcallister.com. I believe it's more professional than what I was using before, and it was surprisingly cheap as well. One of the reasons I got it will be explained in just a moment, as it… Continue reading New Domain and Exciting News!
Mistborn: A Review
This is my first review of this blog and I'm happy to say it's a good one! Mistborn was recommended to me by a good friend of mine, Anne Caitlin. (https://annecaitlin.com/). While hesitant at first, this story truly sucked me in. Characters These are easily one of the best things Mistborn has to offer! Seriously,… Continue reading Mistborn: A Review
Typical Cliches and How to Avoid Them
The young woman yawned softly, her golden curls cascading down her shoulders. She blinked slowly, not wanting to rise from her massive and expensive bed. It was the first day at a new school and she was certain no one would like her, especially not the tall, blonde, blue-eyed, and slender girl with an enviable… Continue reading Typical Cliches and How to Avoid Them
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