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Quick note: this awesome, free Writing a Short Story in 7 Days post contains one affiliate link which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! A few weeks ago I attempted something I’d never done before: writing a short story. But […]

With the rise of social media it may feel like websites are a dying trend—especially as a creative who’s not necessarily selling any products or services directly—but I promise you, it’s just the opposite. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, they’re all great for building and engaging with your community. But you don’t own those profiles, the […]

Romeo and Juliet. Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth. Kat and Patrick. Rhysand and Feyre. Violet and Xaden. What do these characters have in common? All are mortal enemies, yet all are crazy, irrevocably, in love with each other—even if that love alters the fate of their kingdoms; even if it condemns them to death. Enemies-to-lovers is […]

Quick note: this awesome, free Pinterest for Authors post contains one affiliate link which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! Pinterest isn’t just about recipes, home makeovers, and DIY projects—it’s the gateway to your dream reader. Did you know there […]

Quick note: this awesome, free post contains three affiliate links which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! Gift giving is my love language: whether it’s a housewarming gift, a book PR box, or a White Elephant present, I invest time, […]

Quick note: this awesome, free post contains one affiliate link which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! Gift giving is my love language: whether it’s a housewarming gift, a book PR box, or a White Elephant present, I invest time, […]

I heard an interesting interview on a podcast recently with a bestselling hybrid author. She was talking about how in order for a book (any book) to gain traction it needs to have multiple touch points. The key to not just building momentum, but also keeping it, is diversifying where we show up. Every platform […]

“Tory, how many times a week do you think you watch some form of Twilight clip?” My friend Maddy recently posed this question. I’m not sure what prompted it—I probably re-storied something from twilight.memes.forever or maybe I had New Moon playing in the background during one of my recent reels. Regardless, it got me thinking… […]

I grew up dreaming about dragons, reading stories with real-life settings and fantasy twists, writing Dramione fanfic, and scouring the woods for fae. One thing remained consistent above all: I loved the idea that a supernatural adventure could be around any corner—and as I got older, that a smoldering fallen angel or a centuries-old brooding […]

It’s August 1st. School is starting back up, pumpkin spice is on the shelves, clothing brands are pushing turtlenecks and wool sweaters, a Spirit Halloween store just popped up in the strip mall. Which is great— for some. But for me? I’m not quite ready to let summer go yet. I haven’t had enough of […]