Posts Tagged ‘Author’
Celebrating My Marvelous 2023
Another year has come and gone. Looking back, 2023 unfolded into a year packed with milestones and special memories. I’ve evolved as a songwriter, recording artist, author, and podcast host, and most of all, I’ve grown as a person along the way. Before I begin my 2024 chapter, I’m going to spotlight my highlights and…
Read MoreA Festive and Fun End to the Year – December 2023 Wrap
Wow, what an end to 2023! December was packed with Christmas memories and lots of music and author highlights. I can’t wait to unveil my festive and fun month to tie the bow on a magical year. Being Added to the Wall of Fame in My Middle School This month, I had one of the…
Read MoreMy Tinsel Heart Is Full – November 2023 Wrap
Wow, November couldn’t have gone more perfectly. From signing with my literary agent and drafting a new book for NaNoWriMo to releasing my fourth original Christmas single, this month has left me feeling beyond happy and hopeful for what’s to come for both my songwriting and publishing journeys. Becoming an Agented Author My author dreams…
Read MoreWinning NaNoWriMo for the Second Year in a Row
This November, I took the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) challenge for the second year in a row. I’m over the moon to share that I reached my goal of writing the entire first draft of my new young adult fantasy. After typing away for thirty days straight, I finished my draft at 72,766 words.…
Read MoreHow 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 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 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.…
Read MoreMy Experience from the Story Academy with Bethany Hensel
As an author, I fully believe there’s always room to learn and grow. I graduated from my MFA in Writing Popular Fiction program a year ago, but I’m still finding ways to further my education. I’ve attended conferences, workshops, and courses, and the Story Academy with editor Bethany Hensel was my favorite writing investment since…
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