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Mediumship, a Perspective
This is an excellent post by a kindred spirit who explains mediumship from a clear and simple perspective. As you might know, I've been studying mediumship and exploring my skills the past couple of years. I'm sending a virtual hug to Green Magick for all her wisdom...
Creating the Tattoo Editions
Do you buy a book based on its cover? If I don’t know the author, I often do . . . if it ticks a few other boxes. A book cover is the writer’s extended hand and must be more than a marketing pitch. I want my cover to represent the story, excite my readers visually and...
Reviews and Promos and Discounts. Oh My!
I'd rather be writing books, but if I don’t wade into the promo stream, how will I ever send my babies out into the world? Like any new endeavour, the path is uncertain and fraught with hazards. There is enough information—good and bad—to make your mind spin. So,...
Valentine’s Day 2003
As I was working on my writing course this afternoon, I came across this letter I wrote to my mom on Valentine's Day 2003. She wasn't well. Dementia and strokes had taken their toll and I hoped to trigger good memories for her. In doing so, I triggered my own. Though...
Author Reading @ Writers in Our Midst
A Library That Supports Writers I'm reading this Tuesday, February 11 at Port Moody Library with six other authors. All contributed to the Port Moody Library’s White Pines Program which features local writers. This free event is being held from 7pm - 8:30pm in the...
Read moreTherapists often recommend journaling to people dealing with mental illness and trauma. I’ve never liked journaling. Maybe it’s because I get too self-conscious or because even my old wounds often feel too raw to record in some blunt, dry fashion. Instead, I write fiction. I’ve dealt with my trauma through fiction from a young age. […]
My Fiction is my Truth by Sionnach
Therapists often recommend journaling to people dealing with mental illness and trauma. I’ve never liked journaling. Maybe it’s because I get too self-conscious or because even my old wounds often feel too raw to record in some blunt, dry fashion. Instead, I write...
