There are a couple of plot elements that a book can have that will make me say “Yes please” without needing to know anything more, and one of these is sister stories.
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Stargirl: How does the movie compare to the book?
But YA books have been around for much longer. Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli was first published in 2000, and has been a staple of the YA scene ever since.
Book Review: Lab Partners by Mora Montgomery
But give me a sweet romance with adorably awkward people falling in love, and I’ll devour it. Lab Partners by Mora Montgomery ticked all my boxes, and I read it in one day.
This simple tip can unstick your creativity
It might be one of the worst feelings: trying to work on a project, and feeling empty. You’re just stuck.
How mindfulness can revitalize your writing
One of the hardest parts of writing is carving out both the time and the mental energy to do it.
The most important part of creating characters
But I would argue that one of the most (if not the most) important pieces of a good book is the characters.
Why busyness is overrated
Have you ever been in a conversation and had someone say to you, “I’m just so busy this week,” but instead of it sounding like a bad thing, it comes across more like a brag?
How to handle criticism of your writing
Getting feedback on your work is one of the best ways to improve your writing, but let’s be honest: Sometimes it sucks.
My 2020 One Little Word + a big announcement!
Alright, I know January is half over, but I’ve been busy, so I’m just now getting around to making my goals for the year and thinking about what I want to achieve.
How I read over 100 books in one year
Whether you’re a writer or not, reading books is an important way to learn more about the world around you, relax with a good story, and improve your communication skills.