There’s something powerful about stories where survival isn’t guaranteed. It always makes me think of myself in the character's shoes, and if I would make the same decisions.

You have a book stuck in your head. Not because you’re lazy. Not because you’re “not a real writer.” But because no one ever showed you a clear path from idea → finished → published.

When you really want something, you will do what you can to get there. If you want to write a book, the first step is putting in the time to write it.

The last time I was in a bookstore was on my birthday. I walked around and around trying to figure out what I wanted to buy, which is the biggest problem for a bookworm.

A story about the underdog, tinged with amazing friends, mixed with romantic relationships, and doused with tough topics like alcoholism and toxic family. a.co/d/ixTsmvK

Everything I will have at the MT Earth Day Festival tomorrow

Back at work after a week off and it's back to#LunchtimeReading! Today it's another great read by the lovely Kayla Hicks @klhicks912.bsky.social with One Last Bookmark! Always enjoy her books so this should be fun! #WritingCommunity #KaylaHicks #OneLastBookmark #BlueSkyBooks

The Comic Tales of Brennan and Riz Issue #48 (First published 6th December 2023) 4 of 6 Time for action! Don't forget to check out the other issues of the Comic Tales of Brennan and Riz over at my blog: tstpjm.blogspot.com #Comic #riztherogue

Have you ever considered using Pinterest as an author? medium.com/swlh/writers...

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When the curls make an entrance

As an indie author, I try to lift other indies up as much as I can. So far, I've: - Read and reviewed tons of indie books - Read and offered grammatical/ developmental advice for their work - Been an ARC reader - Spotlight Indies in my newsletter each week - Partner with Indies for audience swaps

#Guilty as ever, the dropped cookie jar shattered at the feet of the kids as their mother stepped in through the door. Glass splayed everywhere as the kids looked on at their mother, hands full of cookies. With a smile and a shake of her head, she took the cookies and usered the two away. #vss365

When I began my career as an author, I paid three thousand dollars to publish my book. This paid for: - A cover to be made - A book description - Editing both grammar and developmental - Uploading it to Amazon for me And now, after 11 years and 18 books later, I am so proud of how far I've come.

The Amazon boycott is hurting a lot of Indie Authors. My sales are waaaaaay down. If you'd like to support my writing endeavors, you can buy ebooks directly from me. The first books in my series are free (or pay what you want) in my shop. More info about my series below. ko-fi.com/rfrater/shop

The Comic Tales of Brennan and Riz Issue #13 (First published 5th April 2023) Cup holder...yeah, totally. Don't forget to check out the other issues of the Comic Tales of Brennan and Riz over at my blog: tstpjm.blogspot.com #Comic #riztherogue

What a photo. Green must be the start of something, not the end.

The #involution is the sword fight clinged metal to metal as the two spiraled around each other and stopped. "You will not pass betrayer of Glendail!" "I am not a betrayer! You are betrayer!" Spiraling back in the opposite directly, the two knights continue to fight over who is the betrayer. #vss365

Ourselves not others A sort of #involution Regress every day #haiku #vss365

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In case you missed it, be sure to check out my interview with Ocyrus Ink Publishing Podcast where we talk about everything writing, publishing, and marketing. Lots of wonderful interviews there as well youtu.be/YLK1kqBR0OQ?...

New review for Secrets They Never Told! #bookreview

When Leena’s long-time boyfriend walks out and her alcoholic parent forces her to leave home, she’s left with nothing but shattered dreams and a suitcase full of regrets. mybook.to/AnywhereElse

#Awardwinningwriter #Indieauthor #Poet #Ebooks #Erotic #Horror #Mystery #Suspense #Poetry #Children #Mustread #Amazon #Shortstories #AuthornameCSDixon #Repost #Share #Review TY amazon.com/stores/C-S-D... amazon.co.uk/stores/C-S-D... "A gifted wordsmith!" "A talented and versatile writer!"

Life's #emporium Lessons offered every day We fail to listen #haiku #vss365

A Deliberate Act of Violence. Miles and Church book 2. Available to pre-order for the 25th March release date.

What elements do you think make a good opening for a book? Bonus: What books have a good opening?

"Equality feels like discrimination when you're used to privilege."

Interview with Ocryus Ink Publishing Podcast is live! We talk about publishing, marketing, writing, and more! youtu.be/YLK1kqBR0OQ?...

If you write a story that entertains you, surprises you, or engages you, there is a high likely hood that it will do the same for the reader.

BELATED #writerwednesday 📚💙 #booksky @writingexcuses.bsky.social @diannalgunn.bsky.social @angelackerman.bsky.social @klhicks912.bsky.social @rozmorris.bsky.social

NEW RELEASE. The Kindle of my new thriller CHASING HER SHADOW is only 99p/c on Amazon. The rivalry between the two sons of a debauched German film star turns lethal. A story of obsession, lust, betrayal, and revenge. Explicit content. My 23 Kindles are free with Kindle Unlimited. bit.ly/4hamzNY

I'm looking for anyone who would be willing to read my book Secrets They Never Told (A YA Genre Story) if I emailed them an epub and PDF in exchange for leaving an honest review on Goodreads and Bookbub when finished. If interested, please comment.

What happens when intelligent zombies powered by AI storm into your life? "Martha's Notebook" delivers an eerie blend of classic horror and futuristic science fiction that will keep you up at night! 🌙

Escape City made it to the #1 spot in top new releases for Young Adult Science Fiction! It won't last long but what a nice surprise 😁 #kindleunlimitedbooks #authors #bookrelease #Amazon

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There are still spaces on this FREE online workshop this Saturday - email me to book your spot! elspells.com/2025/01/13/e...

Happy Book Release Day @coreyfarrenkopf.bsky.social I really liked this collection. Here is my review: www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

Two wonderful things to wake up to this morning. 1. I reached 200 book reviews for my books on #goodreads 2. C. Fulster left me my second book review for Escape City, so a huge thank you! #bookreviews #books #ReviewsMatter

See author Melissa Roos interview here kayla-hicks.com/blog/414/che...

Grab your spooky read  🖤🌙 Ghosts, witches, living dead, demons, creepy mermaids, sea goddesses, grave robbing, grave digging, a tad bit of murder, and lots of tragedy! ⏳💀 books2read.com/u/bzODR9 🌊🖤 books2read.com/u/3LXavM #HorrorSky #BookSky

I’m at Alnwick Storyfest @ Alnwick Playhouse on March 2 @ noon with ITV news presenter Ian Payne. We’ll be chatting about the mess that Stone and Oliver are in, supported as always by our good friends from @forumbooks.bsky.social Book your tickets here: brnw.ch/21wQAuu @orionbooks.bsky.social