Hello, bookish friends! NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) is still going strong, but maybe you’re feeling not-so-strong as you’re tying to tackle your writing for the day. Even if you have kickass characters, a cool setting, and some rad ideas in mind, it’s still very possible to start things up, get about 23 pages in, …
Tag: shapeshifters
Get to Know Me!
Hey, bookish friends! I haven’t posted a ton about myself on here yet, so here are five things about me : ) I have a dog named Rally — he is such a cuddle buddy! He’s almost 100 lbs., but he’s totally up for living the lap dog life if you let him. I …
Taking Care of Your Magical Hands
A few years ago, my favorite writing method was to type for several hours at a time while sitting cross-legged on my bed with a laptop. Turns out that’s really not…how does one say…ergonomic? I ended up with aching wrists and a lecture from my physical therapist sister to TAKE BREAKS WHILE TYPING! (And also …
Bookish Treats: Aunt Tulia’s Hot Chocolate
Hello, book friends! As the days get colder here in the northern hemisphere, it’s the perfect time to get all cuddly-cozy in your favorite sweater and enjoy a hot drink. Here’s an easy recipe for the Mexican hot chocolate that Aunt Tulia makes in The Raven Mocker. Enjoy! Easy Mexican Hot Chocolate 3 Tbs. instant …
Art: Shapeshifter Field Notes
A little art to go with the post on the cambiañera, the shapeshifter coming-of-age ceremony. Daniel Dearborn is scribbling and sketching his way across Mexico!
Sequins and Shapeshifters: The Cambiañera
The dab of holy water was starting to dry on Hannah’s hand. Curling her fingers, she subtly rubbed the itch away on the side of her thigh. “So a tlahuelpuchi is something that can curse you?” “A tlahuelpuchi is cursed.” Abuela Rosa pulled Will’s callused hand under the light as she continued. “Cursed from …
The Sterling Aunts’ Guide to Shapeshifter Names
Hey, y’all! Curious about names in the shapeshifter community? You’re in luck! Today we have a little interview with The Aunts Who Know Everyone (TM). We caught the Sterling aunts during their coffee break at La Petite Etoile, the favored diner of Jessup, Oklahoma. (It’s also the only diner in town, but that’s beside …
Image Inspiration: Starlings and Freckles
Two years ago, Hannah had shifted in front of a mirror for curiosity’s sake. All in all, it had been grossly fascinating, like watching someone peel a sunburn. Until you really got the hang of it, the aunts said, the body usually went through a quick but thoroughly grotesque phase between forms. There’s absolutely …
Wildheart Novels
Hello, Internet amigos! I am mad excited about these Oklahoma shapeshifter books. If you like Grimm, Supernatural, or if you’ve ever watched Sons of Anarchy and thought “Man, this would be six times hotter if everyone also had magical abilities and could turn into crows”, then these books are for you. Murmur Wildheart Series: Book 1 …
Meet the Neighbors
I am mad excited about these Oklahoma shifter books. If you like Grimm, Supernatural, or if you’ve ever watched Sons of Anarchy and thought “Man, this would be six times hotter if everyone also had magical abilities and could turn into crows”, then these books are for you. But where are my manners? …