Yes, this is out of my usual blogging schedule (and even out of my usual blogging day), but I just finished this awesome book and had to write out my thoughts for it. Also, this may end up being my November read and review due to the holidays, family situations, and the fact that working … Continue reading Book Review: Summer of Blood
It's finally November, and for some reason, the vibe I get with November, along with the falling leaves, Thanksgiving meal, and hot chocolate (which I don't even drink!) is curling up in a blanket and reading a book. Thus, what's a better way to start the month on my blog than with the Oddly Specific … Continue reading The Oddly Specific Things I Love in Books Tag
I can barely believe it's already time for me to post my writing update for the third quarter of the year! If you'd like to read my first and second writing updates, click here and here! The stories which I have a single asterisk beside them are those which are referenced in my first post, … Continue reading 2025 Third Quarter Writing Update
As every writer knows, sometimes you come across a book that just hits differently. You can read ten good stories, but there's something about that one that sticks out to you. That inspires you as an author. The following books are seven of the books which have most inspired me as a writer. You'll notice … Continue reading 7 Books I’ve Gotten Inspiration From as a Writer
It's hard to believe half of 2025 is already past. Yet here we are, the first week in July, which means it's time for my second quarterly writing update! If you'd like to read my first quarterly writing update, you can check that out here. The stories which I have asterisks beside are those which … Continue reading 2025 Second Quarter Writing Update
This encyclopedia was full of awesome knightly facts and featured a whole section on King Arthur and some of his knights--which I'm absolutely obsessed with.
Today’s post will be a little different from my usual writing or book related posts to briefly discuss a facet of the medieval times, one of my favorite time periods.
Fantasy politics are similar to other types of world-building in that you can pick and choose exactly what you want. Of course, this might be freeing to some, but sound overwhelming to others. There are SO MANY possibilities--how does one even start to choose a good political system for one's fantasy novel? Today, I hope … Continue reading World-Building Tips: Fantasy Political Systems
Hello everyone! Today is April Fool's Day! This is the day when everyone plays innocent pranks on people, and nobody gets offended. I've never been one for playing pranks myself, but I do enjoy hearing about the creative ideas some people have for it! Anyways, I was curious about some different facts concerning April Fools … Continue reading April Fools Day!
Hey everyone! Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Are you wearing your green? As someone who can trace my ancestors directly back to Ireland, St. Patrick's Day has always been a popular holiday on one side of my family. But as I was thinking about it, I realized, how much do I even know about St. Patrick's … Continue reading Happy Saint Patrick’s Day!
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