My ultimate dream is to help people achieve their dreams, especially the youth. Because of this, I keep up-to-date on the latest news in the art world—again—with the youth, and I’ve come across more negative articles than positive ones. Although many have great points, I think they fail in encouraging young artists to continue forward… Continue reading Why Is Society Discouraging Kids To Follow Their Dreams?
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The Artist’s Guilt
Win a signed copy of Minutes Before Sunset today Most people would agree that art is very significant to a culture, especially the older the art lasts. Ironically, those same people might belittle the "starving artists" or any artist for many reasons (the main one generally surrounds an income.) But, even more importantly, artists often… Continue reading The Artist’s Guilt
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
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
Why I Won’t Give Up
WEBSITE UPDATE: If you all recall, Minutes Before Sunset needed nominations for "Book of the Month" on Goodreads, and you all succeeded! But I need votes. PLEASE VOTE BY CLICKING THE LINK. We're three votes away from first place. I need all of the support I can get 😀 Thank you for voting: Gregory S. Lamb, Christina Channelle, Amber… Continue reading Why I Won’t Give Up
Writing Tips: Mother’s Day & Childhood Inspiration
Now, I have to admit that I'm unsure if this qualifies as "writing tips" or not, but I can't seem to think of another way to explain it other than to explain recent events in my life and how I got to this decision to post about this. On Friday night, I was driving home… Continue reading Writing Tips: Mother’s Day & Childhood Inspiration
Contest Winners and Poetry From My KU Reading
Thank you to everyone who participated in the contest involving the final decision over the back cover of my young-adult paranormal romance, Minutes Before Sunset! As I'm writing this, we had 68 responses, and I'm really happy, because I love it when my readers can influence the final product. The voting went as follows (we… Continue reading Contest Winners and Poetry From My KU Reading
Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons
Yesterday would've been my mother's 54th birthday if she hadn't passed away on March 16, 2003. Today, I’m dedicating this post to her, because she is the reason I have become so passionate about my writing dream. Her memory has pushed me forward, time and time again, ever since 2003, and my passion is very… Continue reading Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons
Happy New Year: New Poetry Page!
Happy New Year! I hope 2013 is starting off right for everyone, but I thought I'd add a new page to start off mine! If you click my "Poetry Collection" tab, you can read all of my poems that were featured in "Poems: a collection of works by twelve young Kansas poets." Previously, I posted… Continue reading Happy New Year: New Poetry Page!
Inspirational Meet: Danny Maloney
As many of you know, I spend most of my writing time at IceFire Hookah Lounge, because I love the friendly atmosphere and music. For my post today, I wanted to show how wonderful my experience at IceFire has been by introducing my friend, Danny Maloney, who DJs there. At 19 years old, Danny Maloney… Continue reading Inspirational Meet: Danny Maloney
