Recently my friends and I have started trying to meet up to write or draw together. Not working on the same project but working individually. I've noticed that doing so has made it a lot easier for me to be productive. It's kind of a forced discipline as I see my friends working hard on … Continue reading Being Creative with Others
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Lessons from Self-Publishing : Trial by Fire
Hello! This post is pretty late compared to the schedule I usually try to post, but work became somewhat more demanding. I will try and keep to the schedule of one post a week and (hopefully) that won't be an issue! Now onto the post: Recently I published my first book, The Legend of Nariko: The … Continue reading Lessons from Self-Publishing : Trial by Fire
Inspiration through Discipline
Lately, writing and drawing have been at the forefront of my goals. However actually getting myself to sit down and write out my next novel or learn a new coloring technique on my drawing tablet has proven to be far more difficult than I expected. I figured there must be a problem with how I'm … Continue reading Inspiration through Discipline
First Book published and Blog Resurrection!!
After years of writing and editing, I’ve finally published my first book! The Legend of Nariko: Mark of Silverfrost, first book in the Nariko Series. Amazon Page : https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06Y49265Q Goodreads Page : https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/34821817-the-legend-of-nariko The past few years have been chaotic with school, work and trying to complete my first book, but now with everything stabilizing, … Continue reading First Book published and Blog Resurrection!!
New Blog!
Hi Everyone! I know its been forever since I've posted anything, but I've decided that rather than resurrecting this old blog I would start fresh with a brand new blog! My new blog is called The Written Design (Catchy isn't it? no its not I know) thewrittendesign.wordpress.com Here I'll still discuss everything I did before. … Continue reading New Blog!
Is Originality Still Possible?
It is something I often ask myself and I believe many rising authors do as well. But how do you determine if what you've written hasn't been done already? Is it still possible to be completely original when so much has already been written and explored? I honestly believe that yes, it is quite possible … Continue reading Is Originality Still Possible?
Digital Art: How to get Started
Digital Art has always been my favorite form of art as it allows for an unprecedented amount of freedom and creativity without the anxiety often associated with traditional form of art. This isn't to say that Traditional Art practices are bad or archaic, but that I find Digital Art to be very forgiving when it … Continue reading Digital Art: How to get Started
Sharing Your Novel With The World
Possibly one of the most terrifying prospects that a new writer could face, the judgement of others on one's own story. Friends and family are one thing, but sharing your hopefully promising story with the public can be a challenge to many who feel that their novel, while full of potential, may not be appreciated … Continue reading Sharing Your Novel With The World
Writing Tips #2, Developing Characters for your Story
Character Development is a challenge every author faces when writing a meaningful story. The above is a picture of one of my characters of the story I’m currently working on. I find that drawing my characters helps me to see them better and help them grow. It took quite a long time for me to … Continue reading Writing Tips #2, Developing Characters for your Story
Writing Tips #1, Tips on Writing a Novel from an Aspiring Author
Possible one of the most painful yet rewarding experiences I've had, writing a novel has really helped with my own sanity. For the past couple years it has taught me some lessons in how to write a story that is entertaining to read (depending on your audience of course). Normally credentials are necessary to prove … Continue reading Writing Tips #1, Tips on Writing a Novel from an Aspiring Author
Raph's Cozy Musings 