“If there’s a book that you want to read, but it hasn’t been written yet, then you must write it.”

–Toni Morrison

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  • My Year in Books

    My reading goal for the year was 50 books, which I moved up 10 from last year, assuming that since I was now done with my masters, I would have plenty of time to read. However, what I failed to… Continue reading

    My Year in Books
  • Using Dreams as Inspiration

    I had a peculiar dream last night that took place in a dark and gritty world where people dealt in magic items and demons and demigods grant favors to those who show them proper deference. One of the characters in… Continue reading

    Using Dreams as Inspiration
  • Exploring My family History

    No blog last week because life is hard, and nothing new on the writing side of things this week. Instead, I’ve been relaxing by spending some time editing photos and adding them to my Google Portfolio.  I also got back… Continue reading

    Exploring My family History
  • Finding Harmony amidst a Storm

    In a week overshadowed by anxiety, depression, and financial challenges, a small beacon emerged—a new title for my novel series, replacing the placeholder “The Behemoth.” When We’re in a Wilder Land I came upon my title while listening to Manchán… Continue reading

    Finding Harmony amidst a Storm
  • Letting Myself Down, Gently

    This year, I made the difficult decision not to participate in the November NaNoWriMo, despite my excitement for it after completing my master’s degree. The reasons for this are numerous, though in no way new. First and foremost are the… Continue reading

    Letting Myself Down, Gently