Things are about to ramp up even harder in my world (oh god, I have to paint that KPOP Demonhunters graphic for my kiddo’s Halloween costume AGAIN because I used the wrong fabric paint and it dried and disappeared into the black fabric. NO REALLY—

But also, I’m hard at work on formatting and editing and getting my ducks in a row for my debut… anyone want a sneak peek at the first few lines of A FINE LINE??

😌😌😌😌

In addition to that, I’m trying to post more on social media, which… OKAY, I’m going to try and not complain about it so much. I love the interactions, but overall, I find it exhausting trying to predict what will and won’t have reach. I have to strike a balance to be able to find my readers, but it’s a little exhausting when I would like to look at the social media landscape and treat it like a rainy day (curl up under a blanket and IGNORE). So, okay, yes, I will probably complain about it—I’m sorry. (I have used the word ‘exhausting’ twice in this paragraph lol)

One thing that I do love to do is talk about writing and storytelling. It’s a goal I had for this newsletter as well as… ya know, news. So far, my plan has been writing when inspiration strikes, but I also know that sometimes writers may have more direct questions. So I basically want to open up the floor.

BUT FIRST, head to IG or TT. I’m talking a little bit about DNF (do not finish) books. I want to be more positive and don’t like to name names (authors work hard, guys). I definitely have things I’ve read that frustrated me to no end, and I take it to my DMs and text messages and chat with a trusted friend. The reality is that not everything is meant for US, and it’s important to recognize when it is or isn’t. In the last few years, I’ve noticed a change in how I DNF books. Sometimes there are factors that won’t allow me to continue: triggering content, too many negatives, etc.

In the case of content that I’m just not finding appealing, I’ve noticed that I learn a great deal by staying the course. For research. On occasion, I’m surprised by how often I come away with a new appreciation for the novel, even if I still know it’s not for me.

Have a DNF that you think you hang with to learn more about your writing?? Click below for things I do to get the most out of the experience!

Back to writing thoughts. I’ve created a little form, if you’re interested. Want to read about something more specific when it comes to writing? Let me know HERE.

Since this is a brief post this week, I don’t have my normal Recipe/Reads corner, but I did make one hell of a pot of chicken and dumplings last night. And I’m currently listening/reading: Sangu Mandanna’s A Witch’s Guide to Magical Inkeeping. BOTH made a dreary Sunday evening nice and cozy.

Hope everyone has a great week!

(counting down the days until I get to show you guys my COVER for Fine Line)

((Psst, less than a month))