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There are several different book clubs that meet up at my local library. About a year and a half ago I joined one with the hope of meeting other readers in my neighborhood, people with similar interests as my own. It's hard to make new friends when you're in your "middle years." Who am I… Continue reading If you want to be a better writer, join a book club.
Pedigree noun an ancestral line; line of descent; lineage; ancestry. a genealogical table, chart, list, or record, especially of a purebred animal. distinguished, excellent, or pure ancestry. derivation, origin, or history: *This post was inspired by The Daily Post: Pedigree I have played at writing a novel for YEARS. During that time, I've written several short stories. I wrote an article for Goth Times—although I don't identify as Goth. (I'm rubbish with eyeliner! LOL) But writing a novel is different.… Continue reading Diversity in Fiction: Am I Commiting Cultural Appropriation?
I am writing a young adult mystery novel about a 15-year-old girl living in rural Pennsylvania who discovers her guardian is a vampire while investigating the death of her father. It's not a traditional "vampire" story. It's more of a squishy/full of feels/coming of age story with "vampire" being a metaphor (of sorts) for any group that… Continue reading Book Cover Reveal: I need your help!
JULI HOFFMAN 