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Easter eggs in your writing

Inspiration comes from the most unpredictable places. Most recently, my daughter has been sharing how her favorite musician, Taylor Swift, hides Easter eggs throughout her lyrics and albums. In music (and the movie industry), Easter…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on April 14, 2021April 14, 2021
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Writing and publishing podcasts (updated)

There are so many excellent podcasts about writing and publishing out there, I wanted to post a list. Podcasts are another way to learn, to connect, to get inspired. If you know of one, let…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on January 22, 2021April 14, 2021
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REVIEW: DAY ZERO by Kelly deVos

REVIEW: DAY ZERO by Kelly deVos

In a weird way, I definitely could relate to the main character, Jinx. I grew up in a household where we saved everything, as if in preparation for the apocalypse ourselves. We had so many…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on October 29, 2020
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REVIEW: GHOST WOOD SONG by Erica Waters

REVIEW: GHOST WOOD SONG by Erica Waters

This dark atmospheric book is a must read for anyone who loves a mash-up of a thrilling fast-paced mystery with the spookiness of a paranormal. Who doesn’t want to read a gritty story about an…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on August 18, 2020August 18, 2020
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REVIEW: GHOST SQUAD by Claribel Ortega

REVIEW: GHOST SQUAD by Claribel Ortega

I LOVED escaping into this story’s magical mayhem and splendid playfulness. GHOST SQUAD includes charming characters, a strong family atmosphere, and a beautiful representation of folklore from the Dominican. Lately, I’ve been reading more middle…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on August 13, 2020
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REVIEW: FELIX EVER AFTER by Kacen Callender

REVIEW: FELIX EVER AFTER by Kacen Callender

I am weeping over such a powerful story with deep, necessary messages. FELIX EVER AFTER is realistic, conversational, and emotional. Felix’s voice in the first person point of view and his journey as a transgender…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on July 6, 2020July 15, 2020
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REVIEW: JENNIFER STRANGE by Cat Scully

REVIEW: JENNIFER STRANGE by Cat Scully

I read this book in one night because I simply couldn’t put it down. I had so many questions from the start and needed them answered before I went to sleep! This action-packed story gave…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on June 29, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: THE CIRCUS OF STOLEN DREAMS by Lorelei Savaryn

REVIEW: THE CIRCUS OF STOLEN DREAMS by Lorelei Savaryn

This drips with delicious circus treats, whimsical dreams, and sinister nightmares. I drank in everything about this story fueling my childhood dreams and nostalgia as I typically read adult contemporaries, thrillers, and mysteries. The magical…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on June 23, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: THE SUN DOWN MOTEL by Simone St. James

REVIEW: THE SUN DOWN MOTEL by Simone St. James

This book was selected by my Quarantine Book Club for the month of June 2020 and it only took me just over a week to finish reading, which is fast for me. The story is…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on June 20, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: I HOPE YOU’RE LISTENING by Tom Ryan

REVIEW: I HOPE YOU’RE LISTENING by Tom Ryan

This is my first read by author Tom Ryan. I was really drawn to this story’s premise, a teen (named Delia “Dee” Skinner) who starts an anonymous podcast that helps solve true crime cases via…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on June 14, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: FINDING BALANCE by Kati Gardner

REVIEW: FINDING BALANCE by Kati Gardner

What a beautiful and authentic story! I truly enjoyed reading this encouraging, brave story of Mari and Jase, two teens navigating school, cancer, and each other. There are so many things to love here, especially…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on June 1, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: THROWAWAY GIRLS by Andrea Contos

REVIEW: THROWAWAY GIRLS by Andrea Contos

This is one twisted story that I devoured so fast. The author is a poetic thriller writer. I found myself pausing to soak in her words and phrasing. I liked Caroline right away with her…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on May 17, 2020October 22, 2020
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REVIEW: THE GIRLS WEEKEND by Jody Gehrman

REVIEW: THE GIRLS WEEKEND by Jody Gehrman

I was so excited for this story based on the premise – a reunion of old college friends filled with a disappearance, secrets, and mysteries. Unfortunately, it fell short for me with too much backstory…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on May 4, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: THEY NEVER LEARN by Layne Fargo

REVIEW: THEY NEVER LEARN by Layne Fargo

I ripped right through this raw feminist thriller about killing bad men who deserved it! This page-turner was very entertaining and the rich depth of the characters’ vivid emotions drew me closer to their fierce…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on April 30, 2020October 30, 2020
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REVIEW: FOR THE BEST by Vanessa Lillie

REVIEW: FOR THE BEST by Vanessa Lillie

A great second book for Vanessa Lillie! I really enjoy stories that bring the past to the surface while finding the truth in the present. FOR THE BEST was a fast paced thriller with excellent…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on April 22, 2020June 22, 2020
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REVIEW: THE REDPOINT CRUX by Morgan Shamy

REVIEW: THE REDPOINT CRUX by Morgan Shamy

This creepy story was right up my alley. I adore Phantom of the Opera and this gothic romance retelling brought me into a similar dark setting with mysterious characters, but with ballet performances, experiments, and…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on April 9, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: IT WILL JUST BE US by Jo Kaplan

REVIEW: IT WILL JUST BE US by Jo Kaplan

A few awesome quotes from the book: “A house is haunted by memory.”“Are they the ghosts, truly, or am I?”“The past is everywhere, here, wrapped up in the present.” I love a good ghost story…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on April 4, 2020June 30, 2020
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REVIEW: SURRENDER YOUR SONS by Adam Sass

REVIEW: SURRENDER YOUR SONS by Adam Sass

“Nightlight has no TV, no running water, no basic necessities…but they’ve got body bags.” SURRENDER YOUR SONS by Adam Sass drew me in with all its terror and twists. This is a horrific camp story…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on March 31, 2020September 24, 2020
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REVIEW: THE KILL CLUB by Wendy Heard

REVIEW: THE KILL CLUB by Wendy Heard

Wendy Heard is a brilliant storyteller and “The Kill Club” is a murderous, sexy story that sucked me in right away. Not only does this book promote insomnia, but you will never look at a…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on February 29, 2020June 22, 2020
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“A FEATHER’S FORCE” IS NOW AVAILABLE!

“A FEATHER’S FORCE” IS NOW AVAILABLE!

I’m so excited that my debut, “A Feather’s Force” is now available! This has been a dream come true and I’m thrilled to write along side my best friend, Nicole D’Arcangelo. This is the first…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on October 6, 2019June 22, 2020
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REVIEW: LITTLE VOICES by Vanessa Lillie

This is the author’s debut. This story gave me major emotional vibes having been through postpartum depression myself. I applaud the author for taking such a heavy topic and weaving it through a psychological thriller…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on October 6, 2019June 18, 2020
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Shifting Sails in My Writing

  Writing is a winding path without a destination. At least, for me. While we have aspirations, goals, and plans, our destinations are not exactly final. We may chart the course, but we also can…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on August 29, 2019August 28, 2019
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Short story satisfaction

While querying my paranormal mystery manuscript, I found myself with time to over-analyze everything that could be wrong in my book. After I sent off my query letter and the requested pages, my brain battled…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on February 7, 2019February 7, 2019
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Don’t be a lonely writer

I spend hours writing, editing, plotting, and revising. This pattern repeats until I’m semi-satisfied to let someone read my story. A story that involves a piece of my heart. My regular circle of friends and…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on January 10, 2019December 23, 2018
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My Layered Writing Technique

We all have our own version of writing and editing. I tend to write and edit in layers, simply termed the layering technique. My work schedule forces me to limit my writing and editing time…

  • by Jacy Sellers
  • Posted on December 27, 2018December 23, 2018
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