Category: Guest Article

Teenage sleepovers and the beginnings of my writing by Stephanie Cowell

I never fail to read the acknowledgements on the back pages of novels, seeing the lists of those who helped to bring the book together. I am always amazed at the number of them and wonder what each one contributed. Writing my own thanks,… Continue Reading “Teenage sleepovers and the beginnings of my writing by Stephanie Cowell”

Mentoring a Writer by Christine Skarbek

My parents really didn’t know what to do with me.  Oh, it was fine when I, as a 14-year-old, stepped into the role of documenting our family camping trips with tongue-in-cheek travelogues à la Erma Bombeck.  But it was an entirely different matter when I… Continue Reading “Mentoring a Writer by Christine Skarbek”

Interview with Mickey Carolan

1-When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer? In Elementary School, I earned a “Young Author” award t-shirt, sparking the idea of making writing a lifelong goal. Fueled by my passion for books and reading, the initial concept for this book… Continue Reading “Interview with Mickey Carolan”

Take the plunge! by Lance Horsman

As I sit in my armchair, typing out words to entertain and inform, I realise that there is no other work I would rather be doing. 

“The Strong Women Series: Romance with a Twist” by Lyla Davis- Author of Series

What is The Strong Women Series? The Strong Women Series is a contemporary romance series that follows the healing journey of 6 different women who persevere through some of life’s most tragic struggles, finding hope and love in the end.

About AudioBooks. Some Tips to New-Comer Narrators by Lita Marson

I have worked at the Latvian Library for the Blind for twelve years. Every day, I gave out audiobooks to readers who could not read books in a printed format. The Latvian Library for the Blind also creates books in Accessible Formats: audio, Braille,… Continue Reading “About AudioBooks. Some Tips to New-Comer Narrators by Lita Marson”

Whose Life Are You Living? Finding Allowance for YOU by Gary Douglas

How do you know if that life you’re living is a life that works for you? If it is one that lights you up, brings you joy, and puts a smile on your face. If it is peaceful and creative rather than heavy and… Continue Reading “Whose Life Are You Living? Finding Allowance for YOU by Gary Douglas”

Interview With Yvonne deSousa

1. When did you realize you wanted to be a writer?             I loved to read as a kid and devoured books by Judy Blume, S.E. Hinton, and Lois Duncan. I wanted to be just like them. I quickly realized that… Continue Reading “Interview With Yvonne deSousa”

How to Fall in Love With Writing by Anique Sara Taylor

How to Fall in Love With Writing How I Began My Writing Practice: When going through a complicated business situation years ago, it was difficult to connect with writing, between all the office emails, calls, meetings, and letters. Even though I’m a night owl,… Continue Reading “How to Fall in Love With Writing by Anique Sara Taylor”