As an author and full-time writer, it’s not long after we publish our stories, share our labors of love, before we are asked by our friends, family, fellow readers and fan-base on the regular: “When’s your next book coming out? What’s next?” Stories live in our minds rent free, until…

Upon embarking on my adventure to publish my first book, it came as an exciting shock to learn that there’s more work to be done outside the actual writing the story… there were more elements to consider than what was going to be residing inside. Sure, there is the layout…

There once was a young girl, barely six years old at the time, who experienced her first death of her family, the passing of her grandfather, Poppy, on her father’s side. Wrapping her wonderous mind around the concept of death wasn’t occupying her attention during the funeral; it was instead…

For those that have pursued any creative outlet — music, art, writing, etc. — know that coming up with what to call our masterpieces, stories, creations and designs can happen anytime during the creation process. It can become finalized after hours of brainstorming sessions or instantaneously in a waking thought…

“In the end, how popular the song would become didn’t really matter. If her song wasn’t able to start a revolution or get all the hype many weeks after going live, she still wanted — no — she needed to write this song for herself.” …

I’m always one to delve myself deep into the very fibers of the crisp pages of books in a plethora of genres, for reading and writing books allow my authenticity to bloom, occupying my free, peaceful and me time. I’ve always had an unconditional love for books; the beauty of…

Dear Younger Me, Where do I begin when it’s only the beginning of my story? I’ve always had an unconditional love for books; the beauty of books is that when one chapter ends, another begins. As I read the final sentence in the last chapter, close the book, clasp it…

As a memoirist, my writing style doesn’t involve world-building, myths, supernatural powers, or fantasies. However as a creative memoir author, through my writing and storytelling, I have the ability to captivate my readers’ attention with raw, vulnerable moments, gut-wrenching emotions, and reflective thoughts. Most importantly, I can help them feel…

My relentless drive for writing my first book and becoming a published author was fueled by wanting my story to become a catalyst of inspiration for those enduring similar, yet different life challenges. My life story had been a burden, waiting to be unleashed for almost a decade. With the…