Every year, I take time to reflect on where I am, where I’ve been, and where I’m going. Last year was deemed The Strangest Writing Year (Hopefully?), and this year, I’ve decided to call it The Year of Dramatic, Unfinished Change. (Though, that may be too dramatic in itself.) Onto why that is (and also… Continue reading 2021: The Year of Dramatic, Unfinished Change
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#MondayBlogs Authors, Look Back to Move Forward
Most writers have dreamt of being authors for a long time. Finding out an author started writing at a very young age happens more often than not, and I think it is important to remember that. In many ways, it is easier for a child to dream of becoming an author or an athlete or a… Continue reading #MondayBlogs Authors, Look Back to Move Forward
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
Sharing Childhood Inspiration
Website Update: Minutes Before Sunset is falling behind on Goodreads Book of the Month. Please vote if you haven't already. I could really use your help! Vote here. As writers, we've held the dream of writing for a long time. Finding out an author started writing at a very young age happens more often than not, and… Continue reading Sharing Childhood Inspiration
Shannon A. Thompson 