Category: Writing Life
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Lycoming College Alumni & Reunion Weekend
I am so incredibly blessed to have such fabulous friends in my life. Caroline, Stacy, Katie, and Meg – you made this Lycoming College Alumni & Reunion Weekend an absolute blast. Thank you for celebrating with me. We already have so many cherished Lycoming memories, and now we have one more. šššš
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Reuniting With My Lyco Family This Weekend!
Only two days until Lycoming College Alumni & Reunion Weekend! It seems impossible that I graduated college fourteen years ago, but here we are, returning to my alma mater to celebrate and reminisce with my Lyco family. Iām so thrilled to reunite with my girls and witness the many improvements that have been made to…
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Wielding Medieval Weaponry at FCRW
Every month, First Coast Romance Writers (FCRW) hosts an educational workshop, and today, our presenter was Scott West, a history buff who shared his knowledge of Medieval and Renaissance weaponry! We had a fabulous meeting, learning from his expertise and having the opportunity to wield actual swords, daggers, war hammers, spears, and shields. He even…
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Starting My Day with a Swim
Once a swimmer, always a swimmer! Just when I think Iām becoming an old ladyāstiff neck, lower back ache, feeling run downānope, all I needed was a little pool time. One hour and 3K yards later, and Iām ready to write another chapter in my book, working on my new Romantasy series and my tan.
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Happy 1 Year Knowing Mischief the Cat
One year ago today, I met my little Mischief. He trotted into my life, home, and heart like he owned the place – and now he does. From the very first head scratchy, he was the sweetest little prince, although he certainly lives up to his name on a daily basis. Mischief was an unexpected…
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Writing Poetry for Romantasy Book 2
The heroine in my Romantasy Book Two is a war caster: a master swordswoman, bullseye hitting archer, and stealthy huntress. She struggles to readāthe runes seemingly twist and flip on the page no matter how hard she consentratesāand she must face her worst nightmare while protecting the kingdom: a poetry reading. So here I am,…
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Romantasy Book 2 Milestone: 200 pages/ 53K words
Mischief has all eyes on me because heās a glutton for attention, but ALSO because itās time for another mini celebration. As of today, I hit 200 pages/ 53K words in my work in progress: Romantasy Book 2!! Iām so thrilled by how this sequel is coming along. If I keep this current paceāfingers crossed!āIāll…
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Learning From the Experts: Kelle Z Riley
First Coast Romance Writers hosted two fabulous workshops featuring romance/cozy mystery writer, Ph.D. chemist, and safety/martial arts expert, Kelle Z Riley! As always after my writers group meeting, Iām brimming with ideas for my WIP. And catching up with my fellow writers is always a blast. See you next month!
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Mischief Helping Me Hit Word Count Goals
Mischief is a lively, silly, and playful kitty, but when he settles down to watch me write, heās also the sweetest. One of the reasons I love writing at the beach or during my writing walks is because I feel like Iām still living my life, not sacrificing a day of fresh air and sunshine…
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Mischief Living His Name & Inspiring My Books
Despite having visited our house for nearly a year and living with us full time since we āadoptedā him in January, Mischief is always finding new nooks, crannies, and heights to explore in our home. The top of our kitchen cabinet – nailed it. The ledge over the shower – reached it. Everyone windowsill –…
Author Melody Johnson 