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Happy Halloween to 10,000+ Followers :D

First, I must apologize for my lack of posts. I know I always post every other day, but, between school, work, and edits, I've been swamped this week. On top of that, I have to admit this will also be a very short (but exciting) post. Don't worry; I have some great posts already written… Continue reading Happy Halloween to 10,000+ Followers ðŸ˜€

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Anthology & Announcements

I have A LOT of announcements to make, but I don't want to overwhelm any one with a post simply filled with a checklist of things I need to say (I do have this checklist by the way...in a notebook...on a pink post-it note...ripping slightly in half as I read off of it.) So, for… Continue reading Anthology & Announcements

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Guest Post: Zach Hitt: My First Time: From Short Story to Novel

An introduction by Shannon: Zach Hitt hosts the blog, sociallydecrepit: the writing of my first few novels, and I definitely recommend checking this insightful writer out. This post is the perfect example as to how he writes about his experiences as a writer, and I'm glad to have him on here! ... My First Time: From Short… Continue reading Guest Post: Zach Hitt: My First Time: From Short Story to Novel

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Guest Post: Ky Grabowski: How Music Influences my Writing

Shannon again (only for a second...again) Many of you know Ky Grabowski, author of The Demon Inside, which is officially available on Amazon and Goodreads. (I hope you check them out.) But she's talking about music influencing her writing today. So without further ado: ... How Music Influences my Writing   I first off want… Continue reading Guest Post: Ky Grabowski: How Music Influences my Writing

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Guest Post: Ryan Attard: The Fleeting Muse

Shannon here, just to introduce this upcoming author. Ryan Attard is the author of Firstborn, the first book of the Legacy series, coming out December 13th. You can follow him at his website or check out his novel on Goodreads. It's also on Amazon. I'm also giving away pre-releases of his highly anticipated novel in… Continue reading Guest Post: Ryan Attard: The Fleeting Muse

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Upcoming Guest Posts

First, I want to thank Clinton Book Shop in New Jersey for creating the photo below: This means a lot to me, because they quoted November Snow, my first published novel, and shared it with their followers on the night of the Hunter's Moon. It's always neat to see fellow authors, writers, and readers connect… Continue reading Upcoming Guest Posts

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One of my “Highs” as an Author

When I finished my last post, I received so many heartfelt comments, and I want to first thank those fellow writers and readers for their kindness and support when it comes to one another's difficulties being an artist. I am, once again, reminded of how influential and inspiring the WordPress community can be. Thank you.… Continue reading One of my “Highs” as an Author

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One of my “Lows” as an Author

Today I wanted to talk about something many artists--no matter what kind of art they practice--struggle with: lows. We have them sometimes as often as we have "highs." When I say "highs" I am talking about those moments where you feel on top of the world, like you've accomplished everything you've ever dreamed of, and… Continue reading One of my “Lows” as an Author

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Through Jessica’s Eyes

On October 8, you might have seen my first reblog (I've always been confused on how to do that and how it'd affect emails, but I'm excited Ky Grabowski's blog was the first one I got to try it on. I'll definitely be reblogging more in the future.)Beyond it being my first reblog, it was… Continue reading Through Jessica’s Eyes

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Guest: Minutes Before Sunset Favorite Scene → Shannon A. Thompson

I am so honored to be helping my fellow AEC friend, Ky Grabowski, out while she's recovering from surgery. Check out her website and/or this post to learn what my favorite scene is in Minutes Before Sunset. ~SAT