Tag: Fairytale Retelling

  • The Soundtrack of ANW

    The Soundtrack of ANW

    A Noble Warrior is retelling of one of my absolute favorite fairytales, the Nutcracker. So it felt fitting, since I cannot write without music, to the Nutcracker soundtrack. …yes, I literally listened to this soundtrack for almost a year while writing and editing ANW. XD And thus, some very specific songs got cemented as very…

  • A Noble Warrior Release!

    A Noble Warrior Release!

    *screams* I can’t believe it!! A Noble Warrior is out! This not-so-little novella has been a product of tears, sweat, and who knows—there was probably some blood in there too. XD But it’s become something really special, and I’m so so excited to introduce it to the world. It’s a very different type of story…

  • The “Christmas” Eggs of ANW

    The “Christmas” Eggs of ANW

    Curious about some of the hidden nods to the Nutcracker in A Noble Warrior? Interested in the crazy behind the scenes to ANW? Welp, you’re in luck! Today I’ve got a dive into some of my favorite “Christmas” Eggs from ANW. Keep reading to the end for a non-spoiler list of my favorite moments from…

  • A Peek Into the World of A Noble Warrior

    A Peek Into the World of A Noble Warrior

    *Two curtains pull back, inviting you down a dark tunnel* Welcome to the Divided Lands! I am so glad you could join me in a tour of our wonderful countries. *The tunnel slowly bends to the right as you walk, a cold breeze dancing past with the sharp, fresh scent of pine* *A glowing silver…

  • Help Crash the Market!

    Help Crash the Market!

    Guess what… *Sits in shock for a moment that it somehow has reached this point* *Shakes myself and remembers I’m writing a blog post* A Noble Warrior‘s release tour signups are now open!! Ack, I cannot believe it. XD Want to help me crash the market?? Want to help me flood the world with so…

  • Free Goodies?? (And A Sneak Peek of ANW’s First Page…)

    Free Goodies?? (And A Sneak Peek of ANW’s First Page…)

    Everyone loves free goodies, right? How about a chance to put a signed bookplate inside your book and thus have a fancy signed book from the author? What about…a book illustrated by the author?? Interested yet? XD Today I’m super excited to reveal some of the special fancy touches I am giving ANW’s hardcover, and…

  • Author Interview With E.G.Bella

    Author Interview With E.G.Bella

    Hey, everyone! Today I’ve got an author interview (I know, it’s been ages since I did one of those XD) with E.G.Bella, one of the amazing authors in the Cornerstone Series! I loved her answers in this interview. Especially the pickle. That one made me almost drop my computer. XD ~ E.G. also interviewed me…

  • What Readers are Saying…

    What Readers are Saying…

    The first reviews have come in for A Noble Warrior!! *throws confetti, cheers, and panics* I’m so so excited that ANW has been sent to the ARC readers (despite tech problems that sent all my emails to spam…XD), and they’re starting to dive into Cassian and Marie’s world! And…today I’ve got some of my favorite…

  • Know the Novel Part 2: A Noble Warrior

    Know the Novel Part 2: A Noble Warrior

    Today I’ve got part 2 of Know the Novel, for my upcoming novella A Noble Warrior! How’s the writing going overall? It went pretty well. It took longer than expected, but the novella is finished and edited now, so I’m happy. What’s been the most fun aspect of writing this novel so far? Sending chapters…

  • What if…

    What if…

     What if Clara hadn’t been the one to receive the nutcracker?  What if the Mouse King was the ruler of the Land of Sweets? …what if you loved this story so much you had a new favorite book?? Find out the answers to all three questions in my upcoming Nutcracker retelling, A Noble Warrior! Clears throat. Okay,…