Hello, wonderful readers! I'm taking this time to do a mini blog series on challenging your writer habits. It is easy to fall into what we know--what's comfortable. But is that always beneficial? Part of developing as a writer is choosing to stretch your creative limits, and discover new ways to share your stories. Recently,… Continue reading Is Romance a Crutch? | How to Challenge Your Writing Habits
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Poetry | simply put, you
Hello, readers! It's my husband's birthday month and so I thought it fitting to share a poem I wrote about him. I usually don't post much poetry here, but surprisingly, those posts end up doing really well! Here's to the man who loves, cherishes, and provides for his two girls who love him so much!… Continue reading Poetry | simply put, you
Why I Avoid Romance Novels–Christian or Otherwise. Warning: Bookish Rant Ahead
Welcome, readers, to another one of my bookish rants. Today we're talking about romance! *gags like the mature adult that I am* Now, before we start... I don't dislike romance in its most general sense. In fact, I'm a hardcore shipper and love having a couple to root for. BUT, I refuse to let it… Continue reading Why I Avoid Romance Novels–Christian or Otherwise. Warning: Bookish Rant Ahead
Three Ways to Improve the Romance in Your Novel… From a Non-romantic Writer
Elaborate title, right? If you couldn't already guess, I'm not a huge fan of romance. Sure, I love a good ship, I will melt a little during an adorable scene, and occasionally I won't roll my eyes at a "first kiss." But the thing is, romance in books today is sadly lacking in quality. Instead… Continue reading Three Ways to Improve the Romance in Your Novel… From a Non-romantic Writer
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