What does it take to write 50,000 words in the month of November? Perseverance, flexibility, a constant desire to balance writing time with work and family, and, maybe most important of all, a story that's deeply personal to you. These are the elements that, for me, have made my first two forays into National Novel … Continue reading Aural Autumn: Queen of the Rodeo
NaNoWriMo 2017
Aural Autumn: We Fade Like Dreams
Welcome to the epicenter of peace. Tonight, I'm hoping that you might dive straight in to "We Fade Like Dreams," a lush and warm track by Manners. I'm proud to add this one to my collection of Aural Autumn music. After a long week of writing in The Wrath and the Base, my project for NaNoWriMo … Continue reading Aural Autumn: We Fade Like Dreams
Aural Autumn: Her Smile
Gaaah!!! Is there anything more breathtaking than finding a song that makes you feel renewed? Like you're seeing the Grand Canyon, the Northern Lights, and the ocean stretching out before you, all at once? Hey there everyone. Welcome back to Aural Autumn, the series in which I explore the intersection between music, musings, and memories. … Continue reading Aural Autumn: Her Smile
NaNoWriMo 2017: Introducing “The Flyer and the Base”
This is it. Here we are, on the eve of National Novel Writing Month. Snap! There is so much that's at stake for this fairly unimposing and eager writer: fame, fortune...oh, well, not really. But I am diving headlong into this year's NaNoWriMo with a fair bit of tenacity and pride. You see, this is … Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2017: Introducing “The Flyer and the Base”
Aural Autumn: Tunings
Hey everyone! I'm so glad to announce that I am, in fact, going to keep sharing my favorite music with you all throughout the fall and winter. "Sounds of Summer" may be on hiatus, but "Aural Autumn" is here to fill that void. As you might expect, this is a series in which I'll talk … Continue reading Aural Autumn: Tunings
NaNoWriMo 2017 Countdown
Hey buddies! I apologize for being away from my blog for the past few days. Last week was a bit of a train wreck that I had to struggle to get through, but fortunately this week has been much better. Some highlights of the past few days include: Getting in a workout every day Having … Continue reading NaNoWriMo 2017 Countdown
