Tag: Author
Writers Relate Post #5
The Master Author When I was in 3rd grade, I began writing. I kept a diary. I wrote poetry. I wrote lyrics and would call one of my best friend’s from my home phone and sing my songs to her—Looking at you, Des! For some reason, Des decided to put up with me and my…
What Did I Expect?
I expected my first day of kindergarten to be the best day ever. Rather than clinging to my parents’ legs, I ran into the classroom and waved goodbye, not even looking behind me as they left. My first day of kindergarten, I was sent home with a frowny face because I wouldn’t join the line-up…
Writers Relate Post #4
Finding Inspiration from God’s Grand Creation: Cave Exploring, Aquarium Adventuring, Theatre Immersing, and Zipline Soaring! The sun was finally shining, its rays extending warm greetings after two weeks of rain. I packed my small suitcase, each breath drawing me closer to the excitement and relief of escape from the mundane. Like Belle in Beauty and…
Writers Relate Post # 3
Reading as Readers, Not as Writers A few weeks ago, I realized something about myself. Ever since I started writing and editing my novel and also joined two different critique groups, my reading has been stifled. Why? Because I never allow myself to read as a reader. Every time I pick up a book, I…
I Am Not Enough, But God…
I am not enough. That’s not a feel-good truth, But it’s Truth nonetheless. Truth I need to hear. Truth I must acknowledge. Truth I have experienced. I am not enough. The world tries to tell me I am. It tells me I’m beautifully imperfect, But I know all too well… There’s nothing beautiful about the…
Chip and the Book of Rose Leaves By Alexandria Miracola
If you have a child, and if you are a child at heart, this children’s book is for you. If you thirst for adventure, this book is for you. If you love fantastical illustrations, this book is for you. If you desire a pure, clean story, this book is most definitely for you AND your…
A Letter to Both of My Writer’s Groups
Fun fact. I am part of two writer’s groups. One is all boys, except for me, and one is all girls. And I love them both! Each group has become dear friends, encouragers, motivators, and challengers, in my writing and in my life. I can’t imagine my life without these friends. As a writer, it…