Finished my novel draft!
This is what it looks like when I have finally, finally finished the first draft of my novel. The word count is a bit lower than I was aiming for but I'll get there when I flesh some parts out a bit more during the editing process. I started the project in March of last year and finished it this...
I wrote an ebook!
It wasn't what I had in mind for my first stab at self-publishing, but I did it! I self-published a 58-page PDF ebook. I took a break from writing my novel to "write a quick ebook thing" to attract readers to my website. HA! HAHAHAHA! How silly of me to think I could just take blog design and make...
Feminism and Chick Lit: Can They Be Friends?
I am a feminist. I have no shame, reluctance or hesitation in saying this. I heard an alarming stat recently: Few Identify As Feminists, But Most Believe In Equality Of Sexes. Wait... what? I'm lost. Apparently a lot of people don't understand what feminism means. It's definition time....
15 Beautiful & Inspiring Writing Nooks
I'm afraid I've fallen behind on my blogging, sewing and crafting. I've been trying to focus more on my writing - and spending more time in my writing space. My writing nook is a corner desk in my bedroom. It's home to my iMac, printer, sewing machine, sewing books and crafting supplies. OK, so...
Published!
Before now, I'd been published in several blogs and in a few print publications like the Truro Daily News, Sackville Tribune-Post, The Buzz, Convenience Store Decisions, The Updater and Career Options Magazine. But never before have I had work published in a book. This bad boy was released into...
An Ooey Gooey Lovey Dovey Blog Post
It's a long post, I know, but I tried to make it funny. To me, it's a sweet little story with some parts that still make me laugh. It was early on in my second year of college in 2009 when my friend Jacko assisted in setting up my brand new record player. And when I say "assisted in," I mean she...
Review: The First Apartment Book
There are affiliate links in this post. Read my disclosure policy to learn more. The First Apartment Book: Cool Designs for Small Spaces by Kyle Schuneman is a visual treat of design possibilities for apartment dwellers. Good books for apartment decor- especially ones that focus on realistic...
Kobo Vox Case Pattern & Tutorial
Here's a basic tutorial and pattern for making a Kobo Vox case. If I can do it, anyone can. CLICK HERE FOR THE PDF PATTERN. A Kobo Vox measures: Height: 19cm Width: 13cm Depth: 1.5 cm Please note: This case is not meant for protecting your Kobo from getting damaged if you break on it, step on it,...
Review: “I’m With the Band: Confessions of a Groupie” by Pamela Des Barres
There are affiliate links in this post. Read my disclosure policy to learn more. My readers will soon learn that most of the books I devour are of the historical fiction or non-fiction persuasion. I'm With The Band: Confessions of a Groupie by Pamela Des Barres is no exception. It begins a little...
Jillianne Hamilton writes delightful historical fiction and historical romance featuring rebellious ladies and happy endings.
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