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Book Worth the Pre-Order

Book Worth the Pre-Order

Last year I “discovered” Lindsay Cummings. Instantly she became one of my favorites (up there with Lauren Oliver . . . you know I love her). After devouring book ones last year, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the second books. This is a cover reveal of sorts for book two in Lindsay’s Balance Keepers series. Fans of Harry Potter and Pearcy… Read More

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Tuesday Talks | 2

Tuesday Talks is a GoodReads group where a bunch of book nerds discuss bookish topics each week. This week’s Tuesday Talk is: Should an author provide a book for review. When this question popped up, my first answer was no. There should be no expectation of an author providing you with a book so you can read and review, but the… Read More

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Tuesday Talks

Tuesday Talks

Tuesday Talks is a GoodReads group where a bunch of book nerds discuss bookish topics each week. This week’s Tuesday Talk is: DNF (Did not finish) without guilt? I can rarely not finish a book without guilt (hence the TBR pile this month is nothing but books I haven’t finished). I try not to start a book unless I know that… Read More

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March is for Finishing

March is for Finishing

Is it just me who has books abandoned, always meaning to finish, but never quite gotten there? I have a sad number, all in various degrees of “almost-finished”. But no more. I have deemed March the finishing month. My TBR list for March consists only of books that I’m almost, but not quiet finished with. Those that were abandoned, not because… Read More

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What I’m Reading

What I’m Reading

Title: Throne of Glass Author: Sarah J. Maas Genre: YA Fiction, Fantasy Thoughts: Between Sarah J. Maas and Mary Weber, I’m turning into a fantasy reader—I never read fantasy. In fact it’s generally something I hate. But what I am a huge fan of is good writing. Good writing and a great story. You get both in Throne of Glass. I’m just really… Read More

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In Review: The Pizza Bible

In Review: The Pizza Bible

The Krumms love pizza. It’s one of the few things Drew will readily eat without complaining (unless of course he had his heart set on peanut butter and jelly. . .) In 2015 my sister and I have vowed to have a pizza night at least once a month. I am super excited about Tony Gemignani’s The Pizza Bible. It… Read More

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Five for Friday: A Book Published This Year

Keeping with the 2015 Reading Challenge theme, here are 5 books that I want to read that were (will be) published this year. 1. Siren’s Fury by Mary Weber: Really. After all the hype I’ve given over book one you really don’t think book two is at the top, top of my list? 2. The Death Code by Lindsay Cummings: The… Read More

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Podcaster @exploringtheblankpagepodcast | Author of On the Golden Cliffs & It Happened at Christmas & Meet Me at the Christmas Cottage

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Just a reminder. There is no guarantee one (or any) of these pitches will be picked up by the publisher! This is all for fun and games and to bring my readers along side me in the process!
Which one is your favorite? 
Just a reminder. Which one is your favorite? 
 
Just a reminder. There is no guarantee one (or any) of these pitches will be picked up by the publisher! This is all for fun and games and to bring my readers along side me in the process!
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Note: While I can’t share many (re: hardly any) Note: While I can’t share many (re: hardly any) details, and at the end of the day, it’s up to my publish which story (if any) they want, I did want to show you what I’m working on, and give you a little sneak peek behind the curtain!
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Ever felt like your writing journey is a never-end Ever felt like your writing journey is a never-ending cycle of doubt? 

Tag someone who’s also chasing the full-time author dream! 👇

In our latest episode, we dive into the real struggles of transitioning from part-time to full-time writing. It’s not just about the words on the page; it’s about the daily habits and mindset shifts that lead to success.

We discuss the importance of keeping a writer’s log to track progress and hold ourselves accountable. It’s a game-changer! 

Writing is more than just a passion; it’s a commitment to our goals. And sometimes, that means adjusting expectations and embracing the unique path we’re on. 

What’s your biggest challenge in your writing journey? Let’s chat about it!

Full episode - link in bio.

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If you haven’t tried Murder Mystery (the drink b If you haven’t tried Murder Mystery (the drink by @liquiddeath) then you should AND THEN you can try Murder Mystery (the book by me) coming out next year with HarperCollins!! 

Note: Murder Mystery is the working title … I’ll have a title reveal soonish …
Okay... it’s all good, but this part... :) Okay... it’s all good, but this part... :)
Atlas of Neely Spencer available now on Substack! Atlas of Neely Spencer available now on Substack!
She is still my favorite professor ever...even if She is still my favorite professor ever...even if she did laugh and tell me there was no way I’d be able to be a mom + a writer...
But seriously though. Do you really want to know w But seriously though. Do you really want to know which genre I write (the answer is, yes…) or what the book is about (it’s about people doing things and there’s probably kissing at some point) Also, it should be a crime to run out of coffee, and remind me again why we have to be on social media? Number 4 why? Just why?

What are your top 5 horror movies?
I might be guilty of falling in love with a side c I might be guilty of falling in love with a side character ... or two.
Why do you write? Is it just about getting publis Why do you write?

Is it just about getting published or making money? Or is there a deeper reason fueling your fire?

Drop a 🔥 if you’re still working on clarifying your why—trust us, it makes all the difference in staying motivated.

We’ve spent years chasing publication, but it wasn’t until we remembered our true purpose—creating stories that inspire and uplift—that our passions reignited. Knowing why we write helps us push through the frustrations and keep going, even when it’s hard (because, y’all—writing is hard).

Your why isn’t just a line in your bio; it’s the fire that keeps you writing through the setbacks and self-doubt. So, what’s yours? Share below, we want to hear it!

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