11 Coming of Age Middle Grade Indie Book Recommendations
I got into reading as a kid because books provided answers to a lot of questions, particularly questions about childhood. Who better to teach you life lessons than someone your
Category: Writing and Reading
Posts about all things writing. How to write, how I write, how others write, writing themes, writing tips, ideas, famous writing, and more.
Also posts about reading: how to read, why we read, and what we should read.
Writing Stories About Baseball
One of the unpublished books I’ve written is a baseball story. It follows my main character, a nine-year-old girl, as she spends the summer playing on an organized softball team.
Using Point of View to Come Up with Story Ideas
It’s common knowledge that one of the biggest challenges when it comes to writing is merely getting started. Sometimes the challenge begins with not even having an idea in mind
How to Write Yourself Out of a Corner by Dr. Ellenmorris Tiegerman
Writing nonfiction has its challenges I have had the opportunity and privilege to write fiction as well as non-fiction (i.e., academic) books. These require very different writing styles and very
How I Choose Books to Review on My Blog
Sharing your books with others is probably the scariest part of the writing process. Once the manuscript is written, you have to go through the scrutiny of submitting your
Writing is a Ten Hat Task by Emma Cameron
Writers need many skills If you read or write, have you ever pondered how many hats the creator of a text must wear? Whether it’s a work of fiction or
Growing with a Story: What I Learned in My Journey of Writing One Book for Nearly 20 Years By B.R. Kang
I started writing Caput Mundi: the Head of the World in 2007, which will be out in 2026. That’s 19 years—it’s a very long time to stay with one story!
3 Whistling Kettle Teas Paired with 3 Classic Girl Heroes
It’s a pet peeve of mine when people try to make their favorite drink their entire personality. But ultimately, I understand the attachment that people have to their drink of
Celebrating Christmas with the Ingalls Family
Can you be nostalgic for a time you never lived in? I feel like you can, especially when you grow up devouring content that paints such a clear picture of
My Top 10 Books Read in 2025
Another year has gone by, and I’ve added dozens of new titles to my Goodreads list. I read less than I have in previous years, and my “did not finish
Children’s Indie Book Recommendations – Plant and Animal Books
Over the years, I’ve reviewed dozens of books and have been asked to review dozens more than I was able to. More often than not, the main characters of these
Laura’s Books and Blogs Recap 2025
December 2025 marks eight years of Laura’s Books and Blogs, and this past year was a fun and successful ride. The books were some of the best I’ve read yet,
Let’s Explore Epistolary Books Part 2: Fiction
When you decide to read a novel, you essentially sign up to suspend your disbelief and agree to treat the subject matter as if they were real events. Some authors
Let’s Explore Epistolary Books Part 1 – Nonfiction
Keeping a diary or journal is a very cathartic way to talk out your feelings to an audience who won’t feel burdened by or lose interest in your ramblings. You
Advice to Feel Like a Writer From Indie Authors
What does success look like? In the creative field especially, it’s hard to judge. Writers set their own goals for success, whether it’s becoming world famous or merely finishing a