Querying Update: My First Rejection!
Six weeks in, and I received my first rejection! It may not have been the response I was hoping for, but I’m not discouraged either. Read more to find out why!
How I Tapped Into Pro Wrestling to Sharpen My Character Arcs
Storytelling comes in many forms—and I tapped into one of the most unexpected to help me write a critical moment in The Valkyries: pro wrestling.
28 Days Later: How I’m Surviving While Querying
Updates on my first wave of queries, how I’m staying in the fight, and what awaits Kaelva, Astrid, and Freyna next. Learn more in this update on The Valkyries!
How Music Helped Shape The Valkyries
Music helped me find Kaelva, Astrid, and Freyna—then helped me write their journey. Discover which songs influenced the creation of The Valkyries.
Scouting the Market: Is There Room for The Valkyries?
I analyzed nearly 600 book deals to see if The Valkyries could thrive in today’s market—and what the data taught me about publishing, doubt, and strategy.
Fantasy Subgenres: Where The Valkyries Fits (and Doesn’t)
A breakdown of fantasy subgenres—what defines each one, how The Valkyries aligns, and where it doesn’t.