I've been reading the beginning of my novel again. The one I wrote about publishing at the beginning of this blog back when I started it in 2015/2016. Of course, this version I'm reading through now is a different variation of the story, but I can't help but think about what it would be like... Continue Reading →
The Magic of #OwnVoices
When I started writing journal entries and basic ideas for what I wanted to write a book about, I did what felt right to me. There weren't lists and lists of character ideas or plot points or a mapped out storyline. I started with something simple. I wrote what I knew. The old adage, "write... Continue Reading →
The Art of the Struggle Is Real: Quick Book Update
With a new year comes new possibilities and a chance to start (and actually finish) something I've wanted to do forever. I think I speak for everyone who has tried it, "writing a book is a whole lot harder than I thought it would be." No, I haven't forgotten about my book! It's still safely... Continue Reading →
Motivation Monday, Teachable Moments
I'm all about teachable moments. I can almost always see an opportunity approaching when I see someone sizing me up, watching me scoot across the path in front of them. Today, I saw a woman with her dog in front of me as I exited the grocery store. Her dog was blocking my way so... Continue Reading →
This Is Not A Love Scene by S.C. Megale – Book Review
This Is Not A Love Scene is the first book that I have read that has represented a character with muscular dystrophy. We all want to be represented and see ourselves in the stories we read or watch and that goes for people who use wheelchairs as well! Some people are obviously more represented than... Continue Reading →