Inspiration often falters amidst life’s demands, but nature serves as a powerful muse. Simple walks reveal vibrant wildlife, from butterflies to macaws, and the spectacle of thunderstorms captivates the senses. Engaging with nature replenishes creativity, as soft sunsets and serene mornings inspire reflection on life’s beauty and essential connection to the world around us.
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Behind The Cover: The Story Behind My First Book Cover Design
During the pandemic’s early days, a friend and I explored Ward’s Island, experiencing nature’s calming influence. I photographed a double-crested cormorant, resonating with its introspective solitude. Years later, I chose this image for my poetry collection, “Reflections on Love, Life & Loss,” symbolizing serenity and deeper emotional themes.
World Folklore Day
I didn’t even know there was a World Folklore Day. Apparently it’s on the 22nd of August every year. But what exactly is folklore? The Oxford thesaurus has it as simply traditional beliefs etc. The Longman dictionary better defines the word as all the knowledge, beliefs, habits, etc. of a racial or national group, stillContinueContinue reading “World Folklore Day”
A Touch of Madness
The author reflects on their intricate relationship with fictional characters, describing how they resonate with personal experiences and emotions. They navigate the writing process, detailing their struggles with self-doubt and distractions while yearning to bring neglected characters to life. Ultimately, they grapple with the balance between creative ambition and internal criticism.
From Dreams to Reality: My Indie Publishing Path
Hello! Welcome to a sliver of my world. For as long as I can remember I’ve been a writer. I couldn’t imagine doing anything else. But life doesn’t always follow the plans we make for ourselves when we’re seven, or ten or even twenty, does it? I would have much preferred to travel to theContinueContinue reading “From Dreams to Reality: My Indie Publishing Path”
