As I said here, on my writer’s retreat I made a big breakthrough on the project I’m trying to get started on. The book is a dystopian set well into the future, and will feature a princess as one of the main characters. Because it is a princess, the setting that immediately came to mind … Continue reading Mixing the Past and Present in Setting
Books
What I’m Reading: This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith
In a word, This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith is adorable. I normally don’t read romance books like this, but the title hooked me, and I am so glad I picked this up at the library. The book starts with an email sent to the wrong address. Without even knowing each … Continue reading What I’m Reading: This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith
What I’m Reading: The Memory of Light by Francisco X. Stork
In her blurb on the cover of The Memory of Light by Francisco X. Stork, author Stephanie Perkins claims that “This book might just save your life.” I don’t think this claim could be any more accurate. With this story, Stork gives an honest portrayal of mental illness. The book begins when Vicky wakes up … Continue reading What I’m Reading: The Memory of Light by Francisco X. Stork
Bri Marino Creates 