Writing Update: 12 Months of #OneStoryAMonthSTT
I did it! Sort of. I can’t believe it’s been 12 months already. The goal at the beginning of the year, well more like the end of last year, was to write one story a month. It was finally time to put pen to paper for my book. I...
Crushing It
Author’s Note: Still new to writing wrestling moves so any constructive feedback is good! And overall, I feel pretty good about this story, but even the non-wrestling parts need some constructive feedback. Hope you enjoy! Everyone gathered outside of the ring, Coach Autry in the middle. I drummed my...
Writing Update: Six Months of #OneStoryAMonthSTT
It’s been six months of #OneStoryAMonthSTT so it’s time for some reflection. If you don’t know what #OneStoryAMonthSTT is you don’t follow me on Instagram or TikTok and that’s okay. Here are the details: I started it as a writing challenge for me, but I opened it up to...
Hello Stranger
Cherry’s gold heels clicked as she walked across the floor. The hotel bar was a little busy, but she found a chair that had some space between customers. After setting her gold clutch down, she unbuttoned her long, faux Shearling, the tan coat revealing a fitted, off-the-shoulder emerald green...
When are you gonna write a book?
I know, I know. Another blog post about how I’m writing or not writing. Where are the stories? Where is the book? A poem, maybe? Haiku? Where are the words? I have no idea. And when I first thought about writing this post, I read something about not talking...
It Didn’t Come Full Circle
Ten years ago, I wrote my first novel. A young adult novel that will never see the light of day. I did learn a lot about writing and revision so I’ll always be grateful for that. In honor of it being ten years, I was supposed to work on...
Sankofa
Author’s Note: Click Part II and Part III to jump down and read. Part I | Part II | Part III Kasha was running swiftly through the forest. Funny. She’d never thought about Zyler having forests. It’s known for its spiral oceans and sandy beaches. She didn’t know where she...
Brittany’s Baking Story: The Thanksgiving Test Pie
November: Sweet Potato Pie with Chocolate Hazelnut Crust The age-old rule is don’t make anything new for Thanksgiving. So I had to make a test pie before I attempted to make this pie for my family. It came out pretty well. I have some adjustments to make for the...
Brittany’s Baking Stories: Belated Birthday Tart
October: Sea Salt Butterscotch Tart And we’re back! I know it’s been a while. I dropped some cooked sweet potatoes in August for my rosemary pita chips so I didn’t bake. And in September, I lost track of time. I call this story the Belated Birthday Tart because it...
Ramblings on Publishing
I’ve been trying to work on my discipline since my motivation seems to be on vacation. I wish it would’ve taken me with it because it’s been gone a while. Maybe it’s the monotony of life. Teaching a three year old to potty train is not fun, but necessary....
