In which I discuss my biggest reasoning why I believe authors shouldn’t get social media.
IMPORTANT CONTENT WARNING: The contents of this article discuss abuse and trafficking caused by social media platforms. Mentions and discussions of online sexual abuse, child predation, human trafficking, and suicide are and may be included. If you are a minor and don’t think your parents would be comfortable with you reading this article, PLEASE check with them first before continuing on. While I strive to tackle all topics with sensitivity and nuance, this will be a very blatant exposure with links to other sites mainly focusing around these dangers. Please read on with this caution, and do NOT continue on if you do not think you are ready to handle these topics. Thank you <3
Category: Writing Tips
5 Things I Learned About Storytelling and Writing Over the 2-Year Rewrite of my Heart Story, Protectors
My thoughts and musings of what I’ve learned over writing my heart story, Protectors.
Special 2 Year Anniversary Post: 5 Tips For Creating a Blog
As part of the 2 Year Anniversary for EOTM, I write up my tips for creating a blog and host a Q and A for y’all to ask me any questions!
Sequels and Archetypes: AKA Why Moana 2 Penultimately Failed, HTTYD Is Dreamwork’s Most Successful Franchise, And How You Can Use The Archetypes To Create an Epic Sequel
In which I talk about the disappointment of Moana 2, the wonderful world of HTTYD, and using archetypes to write epic sequels
Six Dos and Don’ts of Writing Equine Therapy In Fiction
How to write equine therapy in fiction, without stereotyping or idealizing, from someone who used to attend equine counseling.
Between Shadows and Light: How To Write Sensitive Topics As A Christian In a World of Extremes
In a world strained between extremes, it’s hard to know how to handle sensitive topics as a writer. Today I talk about navigating that line.
50 Random Horse Facts Every Fiction Writer Should Know
50 horse facts for easy reference, to have on hand when you suddenly need to know “wait, what does (fill in the blank)?”
Uncalculated Effect: How a Book Taught me How to Write Romance (And Other Things I Learned From Calculated)
An abnormal book review on some above normal books.
Explained, But Not Defined: How to Write Mental Health Issues Respectfully In Fiction
With an uprising of mental health issues in our modern culture, it’s tempting to just throw labels at characters. But how do you write mental health issues well? That’s what I explore in today’s article.
How to Fall Back in Love With Your Novel When All You Want to Do Is Throw It Against a Wall
Facing the burnout blues? Hate every sentence you write? Today’s article explores five tips on falling back in love with your WIP, even when it’s the last thing in the world you want to see.