I Wrote a Book!…Now What?

Many of your have asked what I’m going to do now. I’ve written a book, I’ve published this book, I’ve showed you guys how to self-publish your own book. That was all just the beginning my friends. There is so much more to come! For one thing I’m officially joining the...

YA Ink- Deadlines to Success

I’m about to go all life mentor on you…What is the key to success? Deadlines! I know, it sounds horrible. After all, most of us are on summer vacation right now. It’s the time of year to lounge around, do nothing, and enjoy every second of it. But is that how a...

YA Ink- Writing Contests!

I wish luck to anyone who plans on entering writing contests. They are extremely hard to win because winning means you not only have to be a good writer, but one of the best. But because of that, when you do win, it is an amazing accomplishment that you should be...

Boston Whale Watch [7/6/13]

I’m lucky enough to have a birthday on July 4th and for the second year in a row my family and I have go to Boston for a sunset whale watch. Last year was fun but this year is amazing! The whale came so close to the boat! Watch last year’s video (which is...

YA Ink- Organizing Writing Thoughts

The time you set aside for writing is limited, so you want to take advantage of it as much as you can. How can you do that? Organize your thoughts. Brainstorm ahead of time; create an outline for your stories. Close the door when you’re writing and turn off the...

Goodbye Junior Year

This school year was full of so many ups and downs, but I can’t deny it was one of the best years of my life. I mean, it’s the year I started to publish my first novel! Next year I will be an author in high school and I already know it will be weird; but...