25
Mar
Writing the final Chapter
To the tune of ‘The Final Countdown’
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Author Blog
The mid-life journey of a product leader turned mythological fantasy and children's book author. D.M. De Alwis is a Canadian-born Sri Lankan author living north of Toronto. She has over a decade of experience as a product leader working with startups and has authored children's books and fantasy fiction.
19
Mar
A rooster struts his stuff
Celebrate your wins like Peter Pan.
2 min read
18
Mar
A writer… writes?
On productivity, watching my cat chirp, and finding the muse.
2 min read
06
Mar
We are our worst, and best, critics.
I expanded a very long prologue, folding it into the novel. Then I cringed. Did I just ruin everything?
1 min read
23
Feb
Feedback. A difficult pill to swallow.
It feels like a bullet, but objectively — it is what makes you better.
4 min read
14
Feb
The First Chapter
A lesson in writing fantasy: be flexible to where your story starts.
1 min read
14
Feb
Hello World!
The beginning of the rest of my life.
3 min read
11
Dec
Where are the readers?
One author’s journey to get feedback online.
4 min read
05
Dec
Interview with Radio Show “Writers for Readers” on 102.7 CHOP FM
Gary E. Johnson interviewed me for Writers for Readers, a radio program hosted by 102.7 CHOP FM.
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31
Jul
Launching Ahasae Tharu Imprint and Coaching Services
Ahasae Tharu means Stars in the Sky. How can I help you achieve your goals?
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