*Name that tune* Hehe, but you guys, I'm living the dream. I was invited to the ball! not just any ball - the masquerade ball. See for yourselves <3 Now that you're completely floored by those breathtaking photos: Mad photo cred to Frugoli photography. Check out her site. If you're in the Peoria… Continue reading Masquerade, hide your face so the world will never find you
Category: Showcasing other Creatives
Why I wanna be like Ksenia Anske when I writerly grow up
Although, let's be real: Ksenia and I don't plan on actually growing up in our writerly lives. It's more like staying daydreaming children forever, but then pretending to be grown-up long enough to do the business stuff. I don’t remember how I discovered Ksenia. But I do remember what stuck in my mind about her:… Continue reading Why I wanna be like Ksenia Anske when I writerly grow up
Guest Post: How Ghostwriting is Hurting the Book World
Olivia J has agreed to share her concerns about ghostwriting here, and you can check out my defense of ghostwriting on her site. What a fun collaboration <3 Read the posts, then join the convo 🙂 "The role of a writer is not to say what we can all say, but what we are unable… Continue reading Guest Post: How Ghostwriting is Hurting the Book World
Pirate queen photo session
Just to remind us who we are, me and Kim dressed up as steampunk pirates for a photo session. I only needed one for the earlier blogposts, but how could I not post these! Costuming by Kim Kouski. Check out her site for geeky discourse. Photography by Yasmeen Hudson. Check out her site for real… Continue reading Pirate queen photo session
The “Guardian of Ever After” for the Outcasts
I've been inducted into the Outcasts Bloghouse and dubbed the Guardian of Ever After. No cool kids allowed! Also, I'm pretty sure this is our theme song: Or is it this one: We'll have to create a soundtrack 🙂 Join the adventure and expect crazy mad times in the treehouse...we'll be Pan & Tink & Swiss Family Robinson… Continue reading The “Guardian of Ever After” for the Outcasts
The story of how I became a storyteller
Today I am stoked to welcome my creative friend Maggie to the blog. Enjoy her post and share your own storyteller journey with us in the comments 🙂 The story of how I became a storyteller goes all the way back to when I was in first grade. Life was easy back then. Days were filled… Continue reading The story of how I became a storyteller
Lessons from a 6-Year-Old Blogger
That's right, there's a 6-year-old in the blogosphere. Check out ghostinthecloset.wordpress.com for the kid's writing. I read every single post. And there's alot you can learn from a 6-year-old. It's okay to have an incentive...this kid is in it for a Kindle. Keep it simple, short and snappy...it doesn't have to be long and eloquent to… Continue reading Lessons from a 6-Year-Old Blogger
5 Books for Christian Artists
Being an artist is difficult. Adding Christian to that title puts a whole other spin on things. Here's 5 Christian books I recommend for artists. To build your artist brand: "Crafting Your Brand" Matt Tommey This book is perfect for anyone looking to make their art a business. Branding is especially big right now,… Continue reading 5 Books for Christian Artists
My Brother Will Be Famous Before Me
Last week I told you I had big news. But first I have a little bragging to do for my bro. He now has a Youtube channel with movie reviews! This guy knows his movie stuff, so if you want the latest news spoiler-free, check it out. Here's his review of Batman Vs Superman.
What Doesn’t Kill You, Makes You
The past few weeks, my friend Maggie and I have collected responses through social media of what hurtful words made you who you are today. We loved the feedback, and hope to get even more on our next collaborative project. See all of the responses here, and check out Maggie's blog for some DNA word… Continue reading What Doesn’t Kill You, Makes You