December was utter chaos, but 2023 is looking good! I'll be editing my cozy mystery draft and looking for an agent this year.
2023: Phew, I Made It!
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My 100th Post: What Blogging for 3 Years Has Taught Me
Since starting Paper Crow Blog, I've discovered certain things about blogging along the way. These revelations include learning that this writing project helped both my career and my personal well-being.
So I Decided to Write a Cozy Mystery (Here’s Why!)
Cozy mysteries are always set in a place where people know each other, the townspeople are charismatic, and the shop owners seem to be living their dreams selling coffee, flowers, and chocolates. Every once in a while, it's nice to read about a town that pays its workers a livable wage and doesn't crush employees' souls.
Book Review: “Things We Lost to the Water” by Eric Nguyen
I would never have guessed that this was the author's first book. After making my way just a few pages into the story, I knew I'd stumbled onto something special.
Writing Product Review: Rocketbook Core
My thoughts on the Rocketbook, the reusable notebook that's linked to cloud services.
Getting Back to Living (and Reading!)
I know everywhere in the world isn't so lucky right now, but I am grateful to just breathe a small sigh of relief, at least for a moment.
Book Review: “Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano
The sole survivor of a plane crash, 12-year-old Edward tries to find meaning in his new life.
Book Review: “The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany” by Lori Nelson Spielman
A centuries-old family curse follows Emilia Fontana on her travels to Italy. Accompanied by her eccentric Aunt Poppy and disheartened cousin Lucy, Emilia experiences adventures she never thought possible.
Where to Submit Your Writing in February 2021 (and Why You Should)
Unless you plan on self-publishing, getting published means that you have to submit your writing to someone, somewhere.
What I’ve Learned About Reading Over the Years
I've learned to care less about people's opinions of my book choices and to expand my reading world.
Krista J. Iris Watson 