Ask Baba Yaga: Otherworldly Advice for Everyday Troubles

December 1, 2022October 23, 20222 Comments

Baba Yaga had that distinct, gritty feel to her words, as you would expect, but with that wise grandmother feel I'd want her to embody. It was a perfect read, and a timely one, on being your own woman, Baba Yaga style.

What to listen to on Audible originals

November 16, 2022October 23, 20223 Comments

Audible has been producing quality original stories and podcast productions that have been a wonderful addition to my typical reading (listening) list.

Books inspired by Slavic Folklore

November 14, 2022October 23, 20221 Comment

It's growing colder. The fires are burning, the tea is brewing, and there's nothing quite like curling up with a book.

13 woodsy books to fall in love with

November 11, 2022October 23, 20226 Comments

Here's a list of fall-themed, fall-inspired, or cozy fall reading books. Fall in love with these books, and may the forest be with you.

millenial vibes and tech bros

November 7, 2022October 23, 2022Leave a comment

I've been stumbling on books with millennial characters set in tech or the corporate world. There aren't too many I've found, but there's enough that I wonder if it's growing more into its own subgenre.

Sharp-as-claws Author and Writing YouTube channels to follow

November 3, 2022October 23, 2022Leave a comment

These channels are done by those in the publishing industry, including authors and editors. They gift their wisdom and knowledge and I've found more than one video to be helpful in navigating the publishing world.

In honor of NaNoWriMo: My favorite books on writing better

November 1, 2022April 16, 20221 Comment

Over the past few years, I've read/studied a number of books on the craft of writing, everything from tension & conflict, to character development, to the 3-part story arc. Here's a list of the best books I've read on how to develop and hone your writing.