Creative Growth
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A new story has been forming in my mind. In a world where ancient tribes carry the marks of divine beings, three powers have always ruled: Judgment, Protection, and Balance. But prophecy warns of a fourth mark. Chaos. My main character, Logan, was never meant to carry anything. Born a twin, he was supposed to… Read more
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How I’m learning to use creative tools to bring stories like Far from Oz to life. When I first started writing, I relied on simple editing tools to help shape my work. Programs like ProWritingAid and Hemingway Editor became part of my routine. In the beginning, I used the free versions, learning what I could… Read more
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On Friday, April 24th, I stepped into a new chapter of my life and into my new home. I made sure to take a little time off so I could enjoy the transition and settle into my new surroundings. Moving always comes with surprises, and mine showed up almost immediately. Shortly after selling my previous… Read more
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The Next Step Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in my journey. I am closing on the purchase of my new home. Three weeks ago, I sold the house that held so many memories. During that time, I had opportunities to stay with others, but I chose something different. I stayed in an… Read more
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I recently sold my home — a place that held nearly three decades of memories. Letting go of something that has been part of your life for that long is not an easy decision. Yet toward the end of the process, I truly felt that the move was guided by something greater than myself. My… Read more
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What started as a simple little project has grown into something far more meaningful than we ever imagined. The Happy Little Series began as a small creative idea—just a fun, gentle concept meant to bring joy to young readers through colorful characters and simple, comforting stories. There was no big plan, no long-term vision, no… Read more
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Inspiration has a funny way of finding us when we least expect it. It shows up while brushing your teeth.While cleaning the house.Driving down the road.And sometimes—at the absolute worst time—right in the middle of a work shift, when you still have hours to go and nowhere to put the thoughts racing through your mind.… Read more
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In my last post, I talked about the other side of self-publishing—the part that isn’t glamorous, the part that doesn’t always get shared. What I didn’t realize at the time was that post was only the beginning of a much larger conversation about change. Over the past year and a half, my life has shifted… Read more
