Posts by Demi Michelle
How I Got My Agent
Well, Butterflies, my literary dreams are starting to come true. I’m now an agented author! My journey to literary representation was a trip to the depths of Tartarus to say the least, but I’m so lucky to have survived the query trenches. Was the adventure worth it? In hindsight, yes. That doesn’t erase the struggles,…
Read MoreNo Tricks, Only Music and Publishing Treats – October 2023 Wrap
Wow, October unfolded into a magical month, full of adventures and dreams coming true. From making lots of music memories to reaching a turning point on my publishing journey, I can’t wait to share the highlights. The Josie Music Awards in Nashville One of my favorite highlights from October was traveling to Nashville for the…
Read MoreRound Two of the Josie Music Awards in Nashville
My third trip to Nashville for the 9th Annual Josie Music Awards was a fabulous one. From seeing friends to attending the awards at the Grand Ole Opry House, I made memories that’ll last a lifetime. Back to Broadway On October 21, I flew to Nashville with my parents super early. Here’s me on the…
Read MoreA Musical and Bookish Start to Autumn – September 2023 Wrap
September was packed and fun, and it was also one of those marathon months. Time is so strange sometimes. Anyway, between starting September in Missouri and ending it in Colorado, I made lots of memories and had amazing moments. Here are the highlights. My Official Video from the 2023 ISSA Awards I’m still on a…
Read MoreMy September Session for “Tinsel Heart” and Wrapping Up My New Album
My first studio day as an award-winning songwriter couldn’t have gone more perfectly. During my ten-hour session, I recorded everything I’d hoped to, which didn’t surprise me. Bob and I have become an unstoppable producer-songwriter duo. As always, it was a fun time. Today, I finally recorded my fourth original Christmas song, “Tinsel Heart.” Also,…
Read MoreWinning My First Music Award and More Golden Moments – August 2023 Wrap
From winning my first music award to making the cover of my local newspaper, August truly turned into one of the best months for my songwriting journey yet. I’m forever grateful for my ISSA Awards experience and the magic that has followed, so I’m beyond excited to share my August highlights. Winning My First Music…
Read MoreMy Cover Story in the Penn-Franklin News for My ISSA Awards Win
Well, Butterflies, I received such a surprise in my mailbox today. My ISSA Awards win made it into the Penn-Franklin News, and guess who’s on the front cover. Me! Winning the bronze award for USA Female Album of the Year at the International Singer Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards on August 5 was a dream come…
Read MoreMy Unforgettable Trip to Atlanta for the 2023 ISSA Awards
Wow, I’m officially an award-winning songwriter! Okay, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me go back to the beginning. In January, I submitted for the 2023 ISSA Awards and received six nominations. In April, all my amazing Butterflies voted, and I became a finalist in five categories. Once the finalists were announced in May, I…
Read MoreChasing Music and Author Dreams in the Heart of Summer – July 2023 Wrap
July was such a great month, full of music and author memories. From live shows and a radio interview to a writing conference and much more, I’m excited to share the highlights. The Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival On July 2, I played during the Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival. This was my first festival…
Read MoreGetting in the Summer Groove – June 2023 Wrap
Summer is here! My June highlights kicked off the sunshine season in the best way. I’m grateful for all the memories I made this month. Put on your sunglasses, grab some fruit punch, and enjoy this months’ wrap. My Sassy Pop Summer Session One of my favorite days this June was my ten-hour studio session.…
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