Beautifully Macabre: The Beauty deep within the Macabre

“…only a real artist knows the actual anatomy of the terrible or the physiology of fear – the exact sort of lines and proportions that connect up with latent instincts or hereditary memories of fright, and the proper colour contrasts and lighting effects to stir the dormant sense of strangeness.” -H.P. Lovecraft I have two … Continue reading »

a word on creativity…

“Creativity comes from trust. Trust your instincts. And never hope more than you work.”-Rita Mae Brown Often times I find myself standing at the edge of a cliff. Arms out, eyes closed. Although I can feel the exhilaration of the decision I am about to make, there is always a bit of hesitation. But falling … Continue reading »

Three VERY important things…

One: Princess Prep: Fashion & Words Contest. Ends October 10th. ( https://www.facebook.com/princessprep ) Two: Guys Read Thriller Contest. Ends October 13th. Three: October Issue of Underneath The Juniper Tree! This is such a fun time of the year, get into the spirit of the season by dressing up princess dolls, writing thrilling tales, and reading spooktacular … Continue reading »

Why? Because we are monsters inside.

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August Issue of Underneath The Juniper Tree!

  It’s spooky, it’s gruesome, it’s terrifying, it’s grotesque… and it’s absolutely delightful! Check it out here! Continue reading »

July Issue of Underneath The Juniper Tree!

Happy July! The July Issue of Underneath The Juniper Tree online magazine has dropped and it is gruesome! Go here to download it. Read it. Love it. Share it. And be inspired by it. Sneak Peek:   Continue reading »

another reason why I love being a literary agent…

This morning I woke up unusually early, to my dismay. I checked my email after fixing myself a cup of lavender tea (with agave nectar … seriously SO good.) And I was treated to a very touching and delightful poem by my client Ron Rutler. He was inspired by the Underneath the Juniper Tree What … Continue reading »

June Issue of Underneath The Juniper Tree!

Make sure to head on over to Underneath The Juniper Tree and download the premier issue of their children’s literature magazine! It’s filled with spooky goodness and if you are a children’s writer yourself, there is no better practice than reading children’s literature! Continue reading »

What Do You Have In Your Pocketses Challenge!

Over at Underneath The Juniper Tree, they are hosting a new weekly challenge. The What Do You Have in You Pocketses Challenge? I thought since I am always encouraging you all to take part in these challenges, I would give it a go. Make sure you challenge yourself with this one. It is such an entertaining … Continue reading »

Challenge-a writer’s refiner’s fire

I love a good challenge. Especially as a writer. A writing challenge is such a fantastic way to keep the creative side of your brain vibrating with ideas and your heart pumping alive with innovation and artistry. And love. Because you have to love to write. #laboroflove I’ve heard that feisty Marjorie and testy little Tex … Continue reading »