I always spend the last of December as time off. Which means I’ll be off socials until Jan 5th! While I’m gone, my best wishes toward what you celebrate this month, and I hope you honor your achievements (even if it’s just surviving). When I’m back, I’ll have major updates 👀 See you in 2026! 👋🎉

The fact that I read over 40 books this year is wild to me. My goal was to make a significant dent in my TBR list, if not get through the whole list (a girl can dream lol). It was a lot though 😂I’m not sure if I will do this kind of big goal again. How did your reading go this year?

And when the sun comes to break night to dawn, I’ll say, “Yes you, you did it.” A haiku called Sun on the Horizon. It’s a reminder that, hey, you made it to the end of 2025. Just being and surviving is worth love and being proud of yourself This is also in my upcoming book. Stay tuned for updates!

Gifts to make a writer happy this holiday season: - pens—ALL the pens - Notebooks, the prettier the better - Writer/Bookish Stickers - One month subscription to favorite program(s) - Book store gift cards (go local!) Bonus (and free!): asking about their work What would you add to the list?

“So she would remain alone, even if that meant alone with monsters. But at least it could mean proving her worth.” Skye always ran from monsters in her life. But now, they're the ones keeping her company. It’s only a matter of time to confront them, or let them destroy her Follow for book updates!

No, you don't need AI to do any form of creativity. You're creative enough, and as you keep at it, you can only improve your skill set. (Plus, you know, you’re not harming the planet and livelihoods in the process). Many greats have come before without the use of tech like this. I believe in you.

Out of all the beta reader reactions I got from Aero Knights book one, my favorites were when they reached the ending. This is just one of the comments: ”GOOSEBUMPS!! Look at my arms! What a good ending.” There are more where that came from, and with all caps 😂 Stay tuned for more updates!

I challenged my twitch fam with a 50 sub goal, and if it was hit, I’d do a Drunk Jackbox Stream. Well, that stream is now this Friday at 1:00 PM EST. Come join us to kick off the weekend with shenanigans! (clearly I need to come up with harder challenges. Fam is WILD ❤️) www.twitch.tv/writerlii

Do you have a particular word you use too much in your writing? Or is there a word you see overused sometimes while reading? For me, it’s smirk. I used smirk so many times in earlier drafts of Aero Knights, I can only laugh at myself 😂And now, when I type the word, I go for a different one.

Sometimes it’s not all cat crazies and zoomies. Sometimes it’s just a moment to hug and cuddle (even if Nova doesn’t care for it 😂). Find the cats (Nova and Klein) and I on twitch streams during the weekdays for writing sprints! www.twitch.tv/writerlii

Where did I get inspiration for my books? The theme of self-rediscovery is thanks to my twenties of needing to start over after hitting rock bottom--and this time, not listen to outside influence. Understand this, please: you’re always allowed to start over, even as an adult. It’s worth it.

“I was there when everything happened. I’m told I’ve been with you and Andy from the start. But I don’t remember a goddamn thing.” Kat lost her memory—with no idea how her team got dismantled after a mission. She’s talking to a statue of who’s supposed to be her best friend. And she wants answers.

Haiku for slowing down with nature. Like many other pieces, this will be one of them in my upcoming poetry book 👀 Enjoy! Child of earth, she calls. Listen. Feel. Heart beats with trees. Stillness: tender growth. —Mother’s Serene Embrace

The one thing that never fails to distract me while writing is my cats… Sure, they’re cute and cuddly and sleep a lot. But when they’re NOT cute, cuddly, and sleeping, they’re chaos manifested meowful as balls of fur. What’s your top distraction?

To say I survived this editing pass is an understatement, but Aero Knights is OFFICIALLY off to the next editor I had booked! Now I get to format my poetry book and take a much needed time off during the last two weeks of this month. It's the final countdown of 2025, friends, how are we feeling!?

When your cat summons demons—*cough*—I mean stretches behind your back. What more of these clips and daily shenanigans live while writing/working together? Join me on my twitch writing streams → www.twitch.tv/writerlii

I’m a big fan of mantras and affirmations. Here are some I’m doing during this holiday season and year wind-down: - I live in abundance - I have plenty to be grateful for - My hard work pays off - I can take care of myself - I am enough Do you have any to share?

Three things I learned while writing a book that go against common assumption: - No, self-editing is not enough (hiring an editor is worth it, I promise) - The greater the word count does NOT mean the better the story - 3-4 editing passes is not a lot, or enough. 8-12 is normal. What about you?

I have a discord! This is a space for hanging out with the community outside of streams, sharing wins, playing bongo cat together, and so much more! AND, for future book releases, this will be the space for extra things (like giveaways) that you won’t see on socials. Link on lindsaysfara.com!

Kat wants her old self back--to recover her memories after a head injury. But when Skye counters her goal, will Kat understand self-rediscovery? “Regardless of what happens, I still see you as you.” She stopped and stared at Kat with a look of assurance. “Who you are at your core. Memories or not.”

Between Aero Knights and my poetry book, you’d think I have enough going on. BUT, if you’ve been hanging out with me on stream, you may have heard I’m working on an audio drama too! It’s a 12 ep romcom, and I'm drafting it once we reach December! Are you an audio drama fan?

Aero Knights quote: “What do you want me to say, Al? That I’m sorry for missing it? That I’m a horrible human being for not going to my sister’s memorial service? That I acknowledge I’ve been neck-deep in all this research to try and get her back? Because unlike them, I don’t believe she’s dead?”

It's been a stressful time lately with many firsts and learning curves. But I’m reminding myself to look at the steps I took to get here. I got this far. I can keep going. It may sound proud to be grateful for yourself, but sometimes one must remember they’re doing the work. Be proud of yourself.

”But she sings, ’I may not know where I’m going, but I’ll walk anyway. I may not know what I’m doing, but I’ll try it with grace. I may not know where I’m going, I’ll just find my own way. I always do. And so will you.’”

Even as we live in this age of digital and tech, I still can’t live without pretty physical journals, planners, and pens. You will never take them away from me 😂

Do you have a book/writing pet peeve? Things like dog-eared pages, certain phrasing, cliffhangers at end of books, or something else? For me (and idk if this is a hot take), there’s nothing that bothers me more than reading “made my way” in prose.

My beta readers had some serious love for the side characters, and I couldn’t be happier ❤️ ”I love these domestic family scenes with Kat, Andy, Alex and Maya… They're a family <3” ”Just goes to show that family doesn't have to be blood!” Are there any side characters you like more than the MC?

If you’ve been on my streams lately, you’ll know that Nova broke recently. And her going crazy has started to become a semi-normal thing. And no, I really don’t have the words for it either. But at least it’s hilarious~

This season definitely becomes a time of reflection and gratitude as we finish the rest of the year. I'm grateful to everyone who’s been supportive from an authorship perspective, but also from the general support with, well… *gestures to everything* What about you? Who/what are you grateful for?

Hey you! I don’t know if you’ve heard it recently. But you being here is awesome. I hope you’re having a good day today. Stay safe from what you’re facing. Stay true to yourself because that’s what matters the most. And please always remember that you are valued and loved for who you are. ❤️

I may have tripped over some hurdles along the way, but I can look back at high school me and tell her, “Hey, no worries. I found us again. We’re doing it.” So, on this birthday, I’m toasting to younger me, current me, and our dreams. And, don’t ever give up on yours.

One thing’s for sure… Her Royal High-Ness was having the time of her life.

Haikus are one of my favorite types of poems to write. This one even drops the name of my poetry book in the works 👀 Colors are boundless when they aren’t rules to live by. Embrace your true you. —Find Your Color

“The boy already had so little when I first met him, I hope losing what was left doesn’t make him reckless.” This is a quote from my coming debut book, Aero Knights. Follow for more updates!

October was wild. Mostly in negative ways, unfortunately. But even though I got swept off my feet, I know the brain-screaming is temporary. And I've learned to trust and believe in myself more. Whatever you do and whatever’s going on. Trust and believe in yourself. And here’s to a new month 🍻

Happy Halloween! May ghouls and zombies be the only thing you’re scared of today~ (and not writing deadlines 😂)

I was so grateful I got to be an ARC reader for the final book! Just a chance to pour all the extra love for this series. If you’re a fan of the regency setting, plus romance, mystery, and political drama, you HAVE TO grab the trilogy. www.amazon.com/Radiance-Rev...

Many of us have been doing writing events this month and/or prepping for ones next month. What’s your motivation level for them right now? For me, I’m excited but also dreading the busyness of the US holiday season. All I want to do is cozy up, chill, and write when the weather gets colder.

What my beta readers loved when reading Aero Knights: - “good sprinkling of world building” - “poetic details” - “discovering the characters’ powers” - “dialogue and banter showing character relationships” What do you like to read in a book?

Every time I write and step into my worlds, I feel safe, like a kid again with all these adventures to experience. And I also love exploring deeper feelings with the characters too. Is this how you feel when you read? What do you like most about reading?

Happy release Krista! I can't believe it's already official release of this kickstarter! I was so excited when I backed this book in February, so to finally have it is WILD. Check out @kristawalshauthor.bsky.social on how to grab it directly from her store and Kobo, plus Kindle Unlimited!

The key to creativity? To me, that's having the time to rest and—as one of my author friends puts it—“fill your well.” It’s hard to do sometimes (especially if deadlines loom). But things like reading for fun as a writer helps with sparking creativity. What works best for you to fill your well?

Kat wakes up with amnesia due to head injury after a failed mission. And her presumed-dead best friend is the only one from the mission with answers to what happened, and just how much trouble they got involved with...

Halloween's giving me the vibes of wishing I had magic/spells to always have the right words for describing a scene 😂 A quick wave of a wand and POOF. Suddenly I'd know every word in a thesaurus and exactly how to write out fight scene without confusing myself. Yes please~

When it comes to writing challenges, the thing I’ve learned is to pace yourself. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. And if there’s a day where you can’t hit your goal, be kind to yourself and proud of the progress you DID make that day. Every little bit counts, and you will get there the next day.

Apparently treats have to be on Princess Nova’s terms, not mine or chat’s 😂 Her face says it all

Had to do a quick check-in with myself cause boy… I’m tired. Today is a reminder to check in with how you feel and always take care of yourself first. Whatever’s on that to-do will get done in time. So, how are you today?

This autumn season, I'm so ready for all the cozy/mystery/witchy reads! Here's what I recommend and plan to read! Recommend (all Indie!): - Hour of Witches Series by Krista Walsh - Chasing Shadows Series by Zacariah Jones - Diamond of the Ton Series by Anne Radcliffe & Lynn Morrison (1/2)

Before a writing session: Me, awake and ready, with water and snacks prepared. Birds are singing. Sun is shining. I totally know what I’m doing… After a session: Hair disheveled, forgot every word in the dictionary, watching my characters ruin everything, and support snacking is out of snacks 😂

What my tablet sees when I edit... (An oldie but a goodie post I made way back when. Should do more?)