Tag: writing
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More Stories Behind the Curtain
Hello! I’m sharing an update after six months of 2025, highlighting some new projects, edits on others, and prep work for several books to release this fall. Check it out!
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Found Families in Stories and Life
In this month’s newsletter, I reflect on “found families” in stories and give some writing project updates with things to look forward to in June!
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Once-Captured Moonlight
In the whimsical world of the “Tales of Minz,” old man Bremley and his even more ancient horse, Maurice, stumble upon a crumbling wizard’s tower filled with traps and magic. What happens next? You’ll have to read and find out…
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Employee of the Year
Meet Mark, the custodian of Castle Marglegruff, who’s spent twenty-three thankless years cleaning an empty castle. But when two would-be thieves break in, Mark has a chance to shine—and I’m not talking about shining the silverware!
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Is No One Going to Say Anything?
Hello there! This month’s newsletter is about rereading middle school and young adult books as an adult, and boy, do I have some questions! I also share writing updates, such as progress on edits and new drafts. Enjoy!
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Selling the Sword and the Story
In the whimsical world of Minz, a steel tycoon named Emil Vorpar learns that not even his indestructible swords and suits of armor can sell themselves. Enter Klara, a marketing consultant who suggests another approach…
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Good Beginnings
Hello, Here’s your whimsical monthly update on what I’m currently working on with a special focus on my appreciation for story beginnings. I’ve also been busy updating the website, complete with progress bars, a reading corner, and a new landing page for my Tales of Minz series! Enjoy, Al
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The Old Man and the Old Road
In this short story, set in the whimsical world of Minz, an elderly roadbuilder named Francis reflects on his years spent constructing the Old Road.
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Closing the Book on 2024
Wow, where did 2024 go? As this year’s wrapping up, and I get ready to close the book on the year (see what I did there?), I’ll leave you with a few final thoughts. Thanks for reading what I write, I’m looking forward to the content I can share with you in the new year!
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Ebenezer Post: 2024 Edition
Hey there! In this post, I’m sharing a recap of my writing journey over the past year, teasing what I’m currently working on, and looking ahead to next year. Enjoy, and thanks for reading what I write!
