Random thoughts: What Happened to Quality?
Hello! A recent conversation with my mom on how long bikes lasted sparked a thought. You see, when she was a kid, one single bike lasted three kids riding it around everywhere. I don’t think this would happen today. I’ve used a bike that lasted three years of me riding it around everywhere (mountain biking,
5 Ways to Flesh Out A Character
Hello! Characters are important in a story. Characters need to mirror real life, and real life humans are complex. Creating a character that is complex and fully fleshed out is definitely a challenge, so today I’m bringing you 5 different ways to fully develop a character. 1. Questionnaires Character questionnaires are very helpful. There are
Consistency is Key
Hello! I’ve seen a lot of writers who go weeks or months without writing. I was one of those writers too. I was very rarely motivated and inspired to write, so when I did write, I barely wrote anything. I never finished projects, getting bored of one project and moving onto another. My writing just
A Review of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Hello! One of the books I was planning on reading this summer was A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins. Well, even though I was planning on reading it a little bit later, a spontaneous shopping trip foiled that plan. I got the book and read it, hardly putting it down. Today I’m going
My Summer Reading and Writing Plans
Hello! Summer is right around the corner! Technically, summer starts on June 20th, but it’s already getting nice and warm out. I usually plan what I read and write quite extensively, so today I am sharing my summer reading and writing plans. Reading: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins As I’m writing
Why Should We Reread Books?
Hello! With all of the libraries closed during quarantine, I have had to scour my bookshelf to find new things to read. Thankfully, I’ve been able to read my brothers’ books, but most of the books I own are ones I’ve already read. I’ve been rereading a lot of books lately, and it got me
Books vs. Movies: Two Different Ways to Tell a Story
Hello! Movies and Books are pretty different, but also very similar. They both tell a story, entertain us, and are some great ways to pass the time. There are other ways of telling stories too. Art, poetry, dance, music… All of these tell stories, but how do they tell a story differently? Today, I’m
Interviewing Rachel From Proseworthy
Hello! This week, I’m bringing you another interview! I had the pleasure of interviewing Rachel Leitch from Proseworthy. Make sure to check out her website here. And now, onto the interview. When did you start writing? It all started as a way to keep myself busy in the church service. When I was seven, I
Interviewing Kati from Whatsoever Things
Hello! Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kati from Whatsoever Things. If you haven’t already, make sure to check out her blog Here. And now, without further adieu, here is the interview. When did you start writing? I’ve been writing for as long as I can remember, but It’s only been in recent years
Nostalgic Books
Hello! Ever since I was little, I’ve either read books or been read to. Most every evening for the first ten or eleven years of my life, my dad would read books to my brothers and I. So today, we’re going to take a trip down memory lane and look at some nostalgic books.
Hi! I’m Hannah, a crazy pen-wielding, jack-of-all-trades writer. I write contemporary stories with a magical (or vintage!) twist, usually featuring big families, delicious food, and a few tear jerking scenes. When I’m not writing, you could find me camping, sewing, hiking, cycling, skiing, playing violin or piano, reading, and many other “-ing” words.