Author Blog

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.
23
Feb
Feedback. A difficult pill to swallow.

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

The First Chapter

A lesson in writing fantasy: be flexible to where your story starts.
1 min read
14
Feb
Hello World!

Hello World!

The beginning of the rest of my life.
3 min read
11
Dec
Where are the readers?

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

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.
1 min read
31
Jul
Launching Ahasae Tharu Imprint and Coaching Services

Launching Ahasae Tharu Imprint and Coaching Services

Ahasae Tharu means Stars in the Sky. How can I help you achieve your goals?
2 min read
06
Jun
Emotional Intelligence in Kids

Emotional Intelligence in Kids

Is there a need for books that teach parents and kids how to cope with life experiences?
1 min read
31
May
The artwork behind the Children’s book ‘Which Feeling’

The artwork behind the Children’s book ‘Which Feeling’

Illustrated by my eight-year-old son who shares a passion for storytelling with his mom.
3 min read
29
May
Self-sabotage & Getting Back on Track

Self-sabotage & Getting Back on Track

Are you worthy of praise? Do you unwittingly sabotage your gains?
7 min read
10
Feb
The day my writing habit died

The day my writing habit died

Medium has a way of both inspiring and killing the writer habit. The platform provides both a means to publish your blog or stories but…
2 min read