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I wrote a blog post. Because I'm stuck at home. And I can't seem to get my brain to want to start writing my novel. So I started with a blog post. Let's hope it'll help me work on my novel. Enjoy my ramblings.

Is it even a #covid_19 #quarantine project list if I don’t post it? bit.ly/2J9Rb3y

This little guy entertains me to no end. ❤️ now if only I can sneak away from him long enough to get some words in! bit.ly/2GCL0Eb

Can I just say that I love @markmanson? His writing is plain and simple which helps when you're talking about some abstract and intense topics. PLUS, he's snarky and sarcastic and everyone knows that's my love language. ;P I laughed out loud multiple ti… bit.ly/2RUFSjN

This is one of my favorite quotes lately. It's been a phrase I've been keeping close to my heart as I make my way through all of my writing projects. While it's not a new thing for an artist to have impostor syndrome, it's taken every part of my will po… bit.ly/2NURzFX

One of the first books I finished for 2020. And a surprise you didn't see coming - yes, I did listen to an audio book. *GASP* If you know me, you know that I don't have much an audible attention span. I need to see or feel it. My brain likes to follow t… bit.ly/2TNpu7q

A few weeks ago, I took some time to really go over exactly what I learned throughout 2019 about myself and writing. It was actually really helpful to see how much I have grown as an author in the last year. I think this will also be super helpful to se… bit.ly/365TnT3

Started writing out my Writing Timeline to better track how long it takes me to write a story. I also keep track of any time I start or finish another draft. I also add mini milestones, like if I printed off a physical version or sent the story to my alp… bit.ly/2Nqif16

Got a full outline for Book 3 completed. Got the first 5,000 words written and working on editing my prequel for this series. I have to say - I'm feeling pretty good about the Guardian of Spirits series. I'm excited to make my way through this series be… bit.ly/36RQx4X

Tracking my word count in my writing projects again this year. Last year, I got 129,134 words. My goal this year is to hit 200,000 words. That means I need to hit 16,666 words a month. This simple tracker is going to help me stay on track and make sure … bit.ly/30fLZmC

Surprise! I started a blog. It’s not a normal blog, because this is an online journal! I’ve written a post almost everyday. I’ve detailed out my goals and plans for this year and gotten really detailed. So if you want to check it out, head to my website … bit.ly/2T1i7Jf

Working on #finishthatdraft. My goal is to finish my first draft of book 2 by at least this Sunday. I’d also like to write a first draft of my prequel book, which should be around 20k words. All before the start of January! bit.ly/2LAL0Yc

Working on the outline for my prequel that I’m planning on writing next month! Lots of brainstorming going on today. bit.ly/2P1QsFz

My video - Authortube Secret Santa 19 is going to premiere next week! Be there with me when it airs: youtu.be/j4UVkUoiD-E #authortube #youtube #author #books

Happy book birthday to the one and only @authorbethanyatazadeh!! You’re forever amazing me with your words. This has to be one of my favorite series! Go pick up a copy of this AND The Stolen Kingdom today! Bc they’re both just THAT good. bit.ly/2DN18Bf

Working my way through this #withmylibrarycard. It’s definitely been an interesting world to delve into. I’m curious to see where the story ends! bit.ly/2NKVFkS

Getting some late night scenes written out so I know which scenes I need to add in! It’s been a really beneficial process. I’ve already found a few spots where I can add in scenes and more detail. bit.ly/2KRmVLu

Spending some time with this bad boy tonight! It’s a big one at 579 pages! So far, I’m enjoying it. What are you #reading tonight? bit.ly/2Y8fCso