a cover reveal: Of Deeds Most Valiant, Poisoned Saints Book 1, by Sarah K.L. Wilson

I promise that this cover is worth a look! Last year, I'd discovered the Author Queen that is Sarah K.L. Wilson via her Bluebeard's Secret series (feat. a very lovely and sophisticated exploration into the nature of a holy convenant relationship - but also: Original. Brilliant. Satisfying. Twisty. Dark. Wicked. Noble. Lovely. Realistic. Beautiful. Poetic. …

Open for book eye-candy > new release unboxing: Calligraphy Guild by R. M. Archer

A couple of weeks ago, I received my signed copy of Calligraphy Guild by R. M. Archer, along with a hefty load of preorder goodies from the author. I don’t do Instagram, but I still wanted to share my unboxing photos somewhere. So here they are. Prepare for eye candy of the book sort. (And …

Captain’s Log: The (Brutally Honest) January 2022 Edition, + A Poll For You

In which I talk about how I did on my new year’s habits, what I wrote, read, saw, listened to, and what I want to get done in February. Plus - a poll! Because I can't make up my mind and would like your input. This is a high moment for me, being my fifth …

How Adjectives Can Help You Write Effective and Accurate Reviews, + Bonus: My Happy Words List

Recently, I've started compiling a list of adjectives I've noticed are used effectively in book blurbs and reviews. I’ve been trying to improve my media (books and films) review writing abilities, and I’ve discovered that reading reviews that I like to model by is extremely helpful. Furthermore, I’ve discovered that adjectives are especially evocative. Typically …

Some Tips on How to Avoid Technological Disasters

I missed my weekly posting goal last week, so the following is the first of two posts this week. Note how honestly I’m approaching this situation – you should also know that it may or may not have been (extremely) painful for me to write this. Some tips on how to avoid Technological Disasters, which …