February 16th, 2024 3 min. read
detailsChapter 32: Unveiling "The September House" by Carissa Orlando
Every so often, a book comes along that not only surprises, but thoroughly delights. Carissa Orlando's debut novel, "The September House," is precisely that--a stunning amalgamation of various horror...
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February 9th, 2024 5 min. read
detailsChapter 31: Scams, Scams, and More Scams
In the intricate world of publishing, authors must navigate not only the creative aspects of their craft but also the potential pitfalls of the industry. One of the biggest challenges an author may face is discerning...
scams, phishing, exploitation
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February 2nd, 2024 4 min. read
detailsChapter 30: Horror Film Fanbase vs Horror Literature Fanbase
In this exploration of the horror genre, we probe into an intriguing observation about the differing levels of tolerance between fans of horror films and readers of horror literature. This discussion is inspired by a...
fanbase, tropes, cliches, cult classics, mediums
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January 26th, 2024 5 min. read
detailsChapter 29: My Greatest Challenge to Writing
In the realm of writing, every author faces their unique set of challenges. Just as no two books are identical, each author's journey is marked by distinct hurdles and obstacles. These challenges often evolve and...
writing, challenges, work, writers block
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January 19th, 2024 6 min. read
detailsChapter 28: A Change up to the Editing Process
In this chapter, we embark on an exploration of digital editing tools, specifically focusing on how the iPad, Apple Pencil (gen. 2), and GoodNotes 6 application can revolutionize the editing process for writers....
editing, iPad, Apple Pencil, GoodNotes
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January 12th, 2024 6 min. read
detailsChapter 27: Embracing the Chill - A Review of "The Winter People" by Jennifer McMahon
Welcome to Red Ink Chapter 27. In today's expansive and in-depth post, we delve into the hauntingly beautiful and frostbitten world of "The Winter People," a masterful novel by Jennifer McMahon. This book...
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January 5th, 2024 6 min. read
detailsChapter 26: The History of Bella - Inspiration to my Book
Welcome to the next chapter of Red Ink where we embark on a journey through the shadows of history as we explore the chilling enigma of the Hagley Wood Murder. This case, a complex tapestry of the gruesome and the...
true crime, inspiration, history, cold case
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December 29th, 2023 8 min. read
detailsChapter 25: Author's Playlist - A Soundtrack to Writing
Music and writing, seemingly distinct art forms, often intertwine in the creative minds of authors. There's an inherent connection between them that transcends the boundaries of their respective mediums. While one...
mood, music, soundtracks, favorites
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December 22nd, 2023 7 min. read
detailsChapter 24: Creating Buzz - Preparing for Book Launch
Welcome, dear readers, to another chapter of my writing journey. Today, we're delving into the exhilarating world of preparing for a book launch. As an independent author, navigating this terrain on a shoestring...
book launch, promotion, marketing, advertising
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