(This is a cross-post from my Substack.) Hey friends! I can’t believe we’ve already reached mid-October. It feels like just yesterday that THIN AIR’s release was still 6 weeks out. And yet here we are, with only a weekend to go! Since it’s not quite time for my quarterly newsletter to go out, I thought … Continue reading THIN AIR Releases in Five Days!
Debut Year: Life in the Pressure Cooker
[Cross-posted from my Substack] I have the best intentions of using Substack to post regular updates and new blog posts, but sadly, blogging remains rather low on my priority list. That doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy it, though, so today I’m making time to share a little bit about life as a debut author. As … Continue reading Debut Year: Life in the Pressure Cooker
Long Delayed Updates!
Hey friends! I know it's been almost a year since I've posted, and I do apologize for the very long delay. Life and writing and deadlines have kept pummeling into me, despite my good intentions to update my blog. But there is lots to catch you up on, so hang with me for a few … Continue reading Long Delayed Updates!
Guest Post: An Interview with THE CLACKITY Author Lora Senf
I'm thrilled today to welcome one of my "agency siblings" to the blog! Lora Senf writes middle grade (MG) horror, and we share the same wonderful agent, Ali Herring of Spencerhill Associates. The Clackity, Lora's debut novel, releases next week on June 28, 2022. First, here's a bit about the book: Reminiscent of Doll Bones, this … Continue reading Guest Post: An Interview with THE CLACKITY Author Lora Senf
How to Build an Author Media Kit
Note: While this post contains a little bit of general knowledge I’ve gleaned over the past several years, the bulk of this information comes from a talk I heard recently by marketing genius Thomas Umstattd, Jr of Author Media. Please refer to the links at the end of the post for more information directly from … Continue reading How to Build an Author Media Kit
Guest Post: An Interview with REMEMBER ME GONE Author Stacy Stokes
Hello, friends! I know it's been a while since my last blog post, but I'm delighted today to bring you an interview with author Stacy Stokes. I was fortunate enough to snag an ARC of her debut, REMEMBER ME GONE, a YA thriller with a speculative twist. The premise hooked me right away, and the … Continue reading Guest Post: An Interview with REMEMBER ME GONE Author Stacy Stokes
The Power of Story
EDIT (2/13/22): This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for reading! *GIVEAWAY: Be sure to read all the way through for your chance to win a copy of The Seventh Sun by Lani Forbes!* It’s one of those things we writers tell each other a lot. Your words matter. Your story matters. Writing for publication is … Continue reading The Power of Story
The Financial Side of Writing (Or, Don’t Quit Your Day Job)
Note: I’m not a financial advisor and can’t speak to your specific situation. This post is only intended to share some of the things I’ve learned and personally experienced as an author. Please consult a trained professional when making financial decisions or handling your taxes. Hi friends! Along with setting new writing goals for the … Continue reading The Financial Side of Writing (Or, Don’t Quit Your Day Job)
Life on Submission, or How I Got My Book Deal
Hey friends! I know I’ve been MIA for a while around here, but if you follow me on social media or subscribe to my newsletter, then you probably heard my big announcement in November: my YA thriller THIN AIR is going to be a real book! My agent and I accepted an offer from Razorbill … Continue reading Life on Submission, or How I Got My Book Deal
Book Baby Blues
Note: I'm not a trained medical doctor, therapist, or psychologist. If you're experiencing signs and symptoms of clinical depression or anxiety, please get help from a professional. It doesn’t take long in the writing world to realize that this career is full of ups and downs. We all know the fear of negative feedback, the … Continue reading Book Baby Blues
Kellie Michelle Parker 