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To Write, or Not to Write?

Sep 25, 2023

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During my (unintentional) hiatus for the past year, I have often questioned if someone could still be considered a writer if said person doesn't write for an extended period of time. It's me, I'm the someone. 😅

The Influence of Childhood Books

Feb 22, 2022

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A previous prompt from the site Hardcover, an up-and-coming alternative to Goodreads, asked us about our favorite childhood books That got me thinking about my favorites and how they may have influenced my writing style.

My Writing Projects for 2022

Jan 25, 2022

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With a brand new year and Book II's draft finally complete, it's time to take a look at the writing projects for 2022.

Thoughts of an Old Soul

Sep 20, 2021

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I've always enjoyed creative works from times past, validating my identity as an "old soul." Here I compare the differences I've noticed in the creative works of today.

The original "I Am" poem with classic Microsoft rainbow Word Art and pink construction papers on the corners

Work Revisited: "I Am" Poem

Jul 27, 2021

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I found an old autobiography assignment from eighth grade with predictions and poetry from 13-year-old me. Let's take a trip down memory lane.

Elementology 101

Feb 25, 2021

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Elementology, the main science and plot driver within my Element Unknown series, was born from a love of psychology, personality tests, and mood rings.

Past Poet vs Present Poet

Sep 30, 2020

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Having written poetry for 18 years, my skills as a poet have improved greatly. I take a trip down memory lane discussing some of my poems from the past.

Juggling Projects, Managing Guilt

Sep 17, 2020

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While my inspiration for coding has been free-flowing, my writing muse vanished. A comic from Chris Hallbeck perfectly portrays my feelings on my lack of writing.

My First Author Interview

Jul 1, 2020

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In March, I had my first author interview, which was hosted by VS Holmes from the Amphibian Press Podcast! It was a fun conversation.

A portion of my poem "From the Shulammite’s Eyes" written as part of National Poetry Month 2019.

Introduction of Me—Part 2: The Writer

Jun 10, 2020

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My imagination has played a huge part in my growth as a writer. In Part 2 of the Introduction of Me Series, I'll describe how the stories in my head found an exit.