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06
Feb
A native mask in leather and metal of unknown origin, the eyes are horizontal slits, and the nose and forehead are dotted wit

The Frazzled Mind

I’ve written a novel I’ve submitted to agents and publishers. Now what?
4 min read
09
Jan
2025 — A new charge

2025 — A new charge

A recap of the achievements of 2024 and what I would like to improve in the coming year.
3 min read
04
Dec
What was life like 10,000 years ago?

What was life like 10,000 years ago?

What was life like in the past? Humans weren't just surviving—they had intricate societies and complex social landscapes. History contains stories of adaptation and resilience. The past is a mirror reflecting our complexities. Who were we? Who are we still?
5 min read
20
Nov
Writing the Synopsis

Writing the Synopsis

No MFA is required. I fumbled and bumbled into what made sense for my novel.
4 min read
13
Nov
What works for you fails for me

What works for you fails for me

The odds are stacked against me. But I am not a statistic.
5 min read
06
Sep
Goal setting September

Goal setting September

Back to the grind after time away from my novel.
2 min read
16
Jul
The Revision Check-List

The Revision Check-List

Struggling with revisions? This checklist covers key elements to refine your manuscript—from historical accuracy to tightening passive POV. Read more on how to revise with objectivity.
5 min read
11
Jul
Playing the Game… of Life.

Playing the Game… of Life.

Rise above the noise, setbacks, and limiting beliefs that hold us back.
4 min read
26
Jun
Diliny as as child dances in the rain in her grandmother’s garden. A post-it stuck to the photo reads: She is happy today as

On Goal Completion and the Satisfaction that Should Come with it.

After 20+ years, I woke up to realize I was on the wrong path. Is it people pleasing or ADHD that drove me?
14 min read
24
Jun
The Tale of the Agent who lost their job over a Tweet

The Tale of the Agent who lost their job over a Tweet

Drama in the #WriterCommunity and #Querying Hell.
7 min read