Author: quietwandererEM

Reading as a Writer I wrote recently about the wonderful world of smut. Though my electronic bookshelves are filled with such books, it is not the only genre I stick to. I find that as a writer it is imperative to be a voracious reader. Not just in your own genre but across the board. … Continue reading Reading Different Genres as a Writer

So you want to be a writer Take a class, join a group, participate in NaNoWriMo, scour Reddit- to be honest, the list for being a writer could go on and on. Some get Masters in Creative Lit. Some join tons of groups. Some of us go it somewhat alone. Will you be traditionally pubbed, … Continue reading Navigating Indie Writing Life

I remember the night I first stumbled upon Fanfiction. Like falling down the rabbit hole into a wonderland you never knew existed. Good, bad, and downright weird. It was magical and the tonic I needed during a tulmutous time in my life. I had just spent the last year of college clawing my way to … Continue reading Smutty Reads for the Soul

When it rains it pours. One thing goes wrong and then another. Suddenly your routine and rhythm have gone up in flames, but that’s really just life, isn’t it? It’s easy to fall off the horse and finding rhythm when you are wearing all the hats can be a struggle. As an indie writer, it … Continue reading Finding Rhythm & Routine

When It’s Time to Rise Every day my alarm goes off. The morning light fills the room through my sheer white curtains and I heave a sigh as I try to open my eyes. Another day. Most mornings feel like  I’m climbing up a mountain. I turn in my bed and stare at the corner … Continue reading Creating Through Depression

My book baby. After a year of writing, rewriting, crying, and rewriting again I hit publish and suddenly all my daydreams had become reality. Imagination is nothing but a stop to what our lives might look like. In celebration of my book finally being out here is an excerpt of the first chapter and if … Continue reading A Twist of Fate by E. Magnolia: An Excerpt

I hated that book. There I said it. But the premise of a space was not completely lost on me. Space has always been the thing that alluded me. Often it felt like one giant excuse I used to not take the leap and go all-in for my dreams. But the truth is for a … Continue reading A Room of One’s Own: Thoughts on space and creativity

Friday. Even when you work for yourself, you still look forward to the good ole TGIF. Each Friday I’ll be listing a round-up of current reads and recs because why the hell not.*  *some links affiliated*                      So without further blabbering here is your Moody Friday #2 … Continue reading Moody Friday Weekly Round-Up #2

WRITE.   WRITE.   WRITE.   That’s it. That’s the tip.   The ONLY writing tip you will ever need.   Obvious, I know, but I believe many, including myself, seem to forget this. It’s easy to get caught up in the how-to’s that are helpful but inevitably can waste time. A lot of time. … Continue reading The ONLY writing tip you will ever need