The Basics – Plotting If you’ve never put a story together before then it is very easy to (literally *snort*) lose the plot. Even though most of us have a basic understanding of “beginning, middle, end” it can be surprisingly difficult to recognise the different parts, and to see if certain parts would be better in different places. You’re creating a puzzle with the end image in mind and trying to cut out the pieces on the way. This can be challenging, frustrating, and frequently exciting. Pantser vs Plotter If you haven’t heard the above terms then let me give you the quick … [Read more...]
The Indie Chronicles
So you’ve got a great idea ... So you’ve got an idea for a story (or a partial/full draft). Congrats! It is a super thrilling sensation to have a developing idea that is so strong in your mind you find yourself driven to put it down in words. Rather like realising a sudden overwhelming desire to compete in a marathon, (*laughs* not that that’s ever occurred to me, but I assume this must be a similar desire given the outcome is a very tedious slog until the delicious sensation of passing the finish line), you are in for a journey. You need to pace yourself and be kind to yourself to … [Read more...]
The Indie Chronicles
The journey to becoming a self-published author – How to and how NOT to I began my journey as an indie (independent, aka self-published) author in 2008. Having begun a new job that was a definite step back in chaos, I found myself bored. But I refused to be one of “those” front desk girls: looking bored while flipping through a magazine etc. Instead it occurred to me, given I was already chained to a computer — why not make the most of it? And that is how my foray into self-publishing began. Over ten years later and there are many things I would do differently now. Aside from the … [Read more...]
Life Updates – Finally in PRINT!
Goodness, it has been a WHILE! But, just ‘cause you can’t see me frantically paddling away, doesn’t mean I’m not ;) Hello fabulous people. Let’s get back in the huddle and have a catch up! Bring tea/coffee/wine or your libation of choice. I’m definitely not opposed to anyone bringing macaroons (I’m fairly certain that any food as light and airy as the perfect macaroon must also be calorie free. Pretty positive on that one). Fruit platters are welcome too (can you tell it’s nearly lunchtime here?). The first and most important thing on today’s agenda… drumroll please THE TRILOGY AND … [Read more...]
Positivity Rocks! Another beautiful FREE printable
As a big believer in the power of positivity I have been listening to some fantastic audio books by Esther, Jerry, and Abraham Hicks. Click HERE if you'd like to check them out (turns out their books are what The Secret was inspired by!). The downright basics of the idea is that, if you feel good and think good, life will be good. I realise that may seem horribly simple to many, but for me, I love it. So to remind myself to keep my head in the right "space" I created this lovely printable. If you can print it in colour then you'll see the Sacred Geometry design is actually overlaid with a … [Read more...]
Iced Lemon Tea – Singapore Style – FREE Printable!
After posting photos on Instagram of all the beautiful lemons I've picked from my nana's lemon tree (which she'd thought was on its last legs - it must have heard that 'cause it's gone NUTS this season!) I finally got around to recreating the delicious iced lemon tea we drank daily while on holiday in Singapore this year. It took a few attempts before I got the balance quite right. Just normal "gumboot" tea (as my Kassie refers to it as) is too strong, while I didn't want to use Earl Grey because I know too much of that can give you a tummy ache. (Earl Grey tea contains the essential oil … [Read more...]
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