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5 Things Saving My Life Right Now

5 Things Saving My Life Right Now

Starbuck Trenta Cup – I’m desperately trying to up my water game. I feel like because of the last couple of months of travel, my water intake has suffered. I’ve been carrying around a stainless steel water bottle, but I always have drunk things better/faster from a straw. Last time I was at Starbucks, I ordered an extra large ice water… Read More

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The Weekly Wrap

The Weekly Wrap

Watching this week: Write that Book Facebook lives Reading this week: Tricia Goyer’s A Valley of Betrayal and Secrets of a Summer Night by Lisa Kleypas Listening to this week: The Progeny by Tosca Lee Drinking this week: Water — I’m traveling this week, so drinking all water to stay hydrated. Loving this week: 100-day project trackerElise Joy’s free

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The Weekly Wrap

The Weekly Wrap

Watching this week: Not really watching anything this week as far as television goes. #deadline #worktrips but I am loving @theramblingredhead’s stories on Instagram. Reading this week: When I get a chance to read, I’m trying to finish up The Beginning of Everything Listening to this week: Before Breakfast Podcast Drinking this week: Lots and lots of Emergen C (and… Read More

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The Weekly Wrap

The Weekly Wrap

Watching this week: A and I just dove into Daredevil on Netflix … so far I’m kinda liking it. Reading this week: The Memory House by Rachel Hauck Listening to this week: Lots of Taylor Swift, Sleeping at Last Pandora Station, and Goal Digger Podcast Drinking this week: Coffee with a splash of cream and a dash of cinnamon Loving… Read More

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Around Here

Around Here

  Around here … I’m learning new things (like editing podcasts) Guys, learning new things is such a high! Around here … I’m really learning how to go with the flow when it comes to schedules. The changing, the making, the living. Schedules around here are crazy. Around here … I’m learning the power of “no”, and how to protect time… Read More

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The Weekly Wrap

The Weekly Wrap

Watching this week: I’m not watching a ton of stuff (book deadline),  but the husband and I have been trying to keep up with The Umbrella Academy on Netflix. Reading this week: This is the stack I’m currently in the middle of — trying to finish these beauties before I actually start anything new. Listening to this week: 88 Cups of Tea podcast… Read More

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Around here

Around here

Around here … I’m learning how to better take care of my plants. I’ve recently re-potted a couple that I was given or looked like they were ready for bigger pots. And so far none of them have died. Hashtag winning! Around here … we’re getting ready for Valentine’s day parties at school. It’s Scout’s first party, and he’s uber… Read More

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

CK 1. Love triangle. Epic rap opera. Oklahoma farm CK 1. Love triangle. Epic rap opera. Oklahoma farm. Hot summer. Sisters. Angry attack rooster. Baby ducks.
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!
✌️out May. ✌️out May.
It Happened at Christmas It Happened at Christmas
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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#WritersLife #FullTimeAuthor #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfInstagram #WritersJourney
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!

Listen to this full episode now on your favorite podcasting app!
You guys!! This is all because of you! I can hardl You guys!! This is all because of you! I can hardly believe there are a hundred of you following along on this Neely Spencer journey with me. What started as a way to heal after a crazy bout of burnout and questioning and now we’re here! 

I know, I’ve left everyone hanging on the cusp of a storm so thank you for sticking with me and continuing to share and subscribe. 🫶🏼🫶🏼
The Margins Writing Challenge May is such a busy The Margins Writing Challenge

May is such a busy month! But we don’t want to let our writing suffer. This is not a word count goal or a “time spent” goal this is just a challenge to fit writing in little pockets of time — 3 minutes while you’re waiting for water to boil, 10 minutes while you’re in the last of the school pick up lines, 5 minutes while you’re waiting to check out at the store. 

These little pockets of time, stolen to write, will help the words stack up. I hope you’ll join us this month! 

What: the Margins Writing Challenge 
When: May 1 - 31
Rule: write in the margins of your day and watch the words add up! 
RSVP: kidding there’s no RSVP — but we’d love to know if you’re joining so we can cheer you on! Let us know in the comments below!
And that’s a wrap on April! And that’s a wrap on April!
I’m not the only one am I? I’m not the only one am I?
Working on a new project between other projects… Working on a new project between other projects… which means, new characters to stare at me whilst I work begging for me to hurry up with their stories…
All my OG readers knows what this means … I lit All my OG readers knows what this means …

I literally just added this scene and my heart is 💔💔. You’re going to love it.
Well… the hall closet is now clean and organized Well… the hall closet is now clean and organized …
Sharing my editing process for my YA Murder Myster Sharing my editing process for my YA Murder Mystery that’s releasing with @blinkyabooks next year!
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