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Unraveling the Ultimate Self-Care For Mystery Writers
I might weave some incredible plot twists into the lives of my main character and their friends, however, when my life gets twisted, it isn’t easy to take a break. What would a break from writing even look like? How would a mystery writer spend a day of self-care? I’m glad you asked. Morning Midday Afternoon Evening With this plan, you’ll not only refresh your mind but also have a few laughs along the way! A little bit of levity and a brain break or three will get you right back into the thick of things in no time. Your main character can wait. The villain won’t escape. Unless your…
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Author Sarah Hualde
Come join me as I interview Indie Author Sarah Hualde. What is the first book that made you cry? Bride to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson. I wept until I couldn’t breath. Does writing energize or exhaust you? Both! Mostly, I’m energized by writing. Unless it’s deadline time. Then it exhausts me. Don’t even get me started about what editing does to me! Do you hide any secrets in your books that only a few people will find? Of course. That’s one of the perks. I get to expose inside jokes without calling out my comrades. Do you need music or noise to write? Or do you prefer silence? I need noise…
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Newbie Author Successes
This post might contain affiliate links. Just thought you’d like to know. The first year of author life is hard. In fact, it can be downright shocking. But don’t be discouraged. Royalties and reviews aren’t the only way to mark your success, as a writer. 1- New Contacts Writing and publishing cannot be accomplished on one’s own. There are cover designers, editors, reviewers, formatters, readers, lovers, haters… the list goes on and on. Behind each job lies a person. I know it’s strange. But a real, live human being is on the other end of your emails and job offers. Even the most introverted of writers must branch out and…
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Newbie Author Struggles
This post may contain affiliate links. Just thought you’d like to know. Once upon a time, waiting in my inbox, I was summoned to attend a webinar on how to publish a book. I’ve always loved to write. But once I birthed my littles, helping them grow closer to Christ became my passion and I forgot all about my once favorite past time. The seminar rekindled my literary love and I felt inspired to write. Fast forward and here I sit, an author. 1 year old and growing. But the writing business wasn’t the glamour parade I’d imagined it would be. Here are my top four struggles during my first…
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My Official Nano 2018 Coffee
As the name of my blog suggests, I love coffee. Unfortunately, as a wife, mama, homeschooler, tutor, writer and more, the first cup of coffee I get to finish from sniffed to sipped comes during the late night hours. Thus the Late Night modifier of Coffee Moms. During an anniversary outing, I discovered my new favorite brew. Today I’m declaring it my official brew of Nanowrimo 2018. At least as far as this mom is concerned. Let me introduce you to Abide Coffee Roasters. Abide is a family run business. Their coffee yummy, satisfying, and smooth. It offers a mouthful of flavor with warm dark chocolate undertones. It inspires me…
