This... this is a good book. My head is still reeling from all of the plot twists and love that I have for these precious characters. Jennifer A. Nielsen has a way with words, a true gift. She uses emotion so well that I can't help but dread scenes, have my heart racing in others,… Continue reading The Deceiver’s Heart: A Review
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Fawkes: A Review
After practically a month of reading this, I am done! Since I usually only take a day to read a book, this should tell you quite a bit about what I thought. Thomas Fawkes is the main character but I just could not connect with him. There was nothing about him that set him apart… Continue reading Fawkes: A Review
Prioritizing Writing Despite Stress and Life
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
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
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
NaNoWriMo Winner!
If the title wasn't obvious enough, I officially reached 50,000 words, making me a NaNoWriMo winner! It has been such an incredible journey testing my limits as a writer and doing what I never thought possible: writing a novel in one month. My story has changed, developed, and become something that I never thought possible… Continue reading NaNoWriMo Winner!
20,000 Words In… and Beyond!
If the title wasn't obvious enough, I am now 20,000 words into writing my novel, Unhappily Ever After! I never thought this was possible, considering that the last time I wrote 20,000 words it took me five months!
NaNoWriMo: Day Seven
I was initially going to post every day for the duration of NaNoWriMo, but as you can see, I've decided against it. From now on, I'll be posting once every Wednesday with an excerpt from that day's writing, and some information on what I think of NaNoWriMo and how my writing is progressing. As of… Continue reading NaNoWriMo: Day Seven
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