The ember glows, a hidden heat,
A spark ignited, deep and neat.
A simmering stew, a rising tide,
The calm facade, it starts to slide.
The voice grows sharp, the words take flight,
Barbed arrows pierce the starlit night.
Muscles tense, a fist held tight,
A storm within, a brewing fight.
Red fills the vision, blurs the scene,
Logic surrenders, replaced by the mean.
The heart a drum, a pounding beat,
Fury unleashed, a raging heat.
The morning calls, a gentle whisper,
Yet still I linger, half asleep.
The sun shines bright, the birds are singing,
But still I cannot rise to keep.
I know I must, I have things to do,
But oh, the warmth of this soft bed!
The covers are so cozy,
And I could just stay here instead.
But no, I must get up, I must face the day.
The world is waiting for me,
And I cannot hide away forever.
So I take a deep breath, and I open my eyes.
The sun is shining brighter now,
And the birds are singing even louder.
I know it will be a good day,
Even if I’m a little sleepy.
After all, there’s nothing like a challenge
To wake you up and get you going.
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The friends I have
I will not dwell on those who’ve gone,
But focus on the friends I’ve won.
Their laughter fills my heart with joy,
Their friendship is a precious toy.
They lift me up when I am down,
They cheer me on when I am frowning.
They are my family, my chosen tribe,
I am so grateful for their love.
I will not let the past hold me back,
I will live in the present, not the past.
I will cherish the friends I have today,
And know that they will always be there.
So let us raise a glass to friendship,
And all the joy it brings.
To the friends we have, and those we’ve lost,
May we always be close.
The fear of failure sits upon my chest,
The weight of it a crushing dread.
I look upon the page and see my words
And know they’re not enough, they’re dead.
I want to write, I want to share
My thoughts and feelings with the world,
But I’m afraid that no one will care
Or that they’ll laugh and call me hurled.
So I sit here, frozen in my fear,
Unable to write, unable to speak.
I’m trapped inside my own self-doubt
And I don’t know how to break free.
But then I think of all the great
Writers who have come before me.
They all faced the same fears, I know,
But they didn’t let them stop them.
So I take a deep breath and start to write,
And as I do, the fear begins to fade.
I know that I’m not perfect, but that’s okay.
I’m just going to write and let the words flow.
I may never be a famous author,
But that’s okay. I’m just going to write
For myself and for the few who care
To read what I have to say.
I am what you call an indie writer which means I publish my own books. I tried to work with a publisher, but it did not go well. I learned a lot from working with them, and from writing over the years.
Now I am writing the last book in my series the Shadow Realm Chronicles and still I do not know how to market the book. It worries me sometimes that I have put all this energy into this project and because of that no one will read it. I recently got a review that was not the best and it made me think. Do I really know how to write? Are my books just crap? I know all writers have people who don’t like their books, and everyone has their own taste, but man that killed me.
I found that when I write, I am less stressed. So that act of writing keeps me grounded and focused. When I am not writing, for any reason, I am more stressed and irritable.
I also like being creative. My books series, I think is fun. It is the story about a family that is cursed and through generations they try and overcome this darkness.
Welcome to the Shadow Realm!
Many years ago, darkness tore apart the worlds. They called it the Great War, for it was massive and involved all the realms of all the worlds, save one. Enemies on either side grew their armies for battle with heavy casualties. New allies formed out of this bloodshed while old ones crumbled. The Great War might be over, but another one looms in the distance, and it all begins with a lonely mother named Maeve.
Maeve once was a loving mother and wife, but darkness transforms her into a creature of the night. The Vampire Lord Marius attacked her and turned into a vampire. Her husband, Hunter, fled with her infant son, fearing the monster she would become. Now she is a pawn being used by Marius and The Shadow King who wants to make her his dark Queen. How can she get back to her son and the family she left behind? Will she succumb to the darkness or fight for her son? Will she ever be able to forgive Hunter for leaving her to the mercy of Marius and the Shadow King?
Travel to the Shadow Realm, hear spellbinding tales, meet magical creatures, and join Maeve in the quest to save her soul.
Return to the Shadow Realm!
Matthew, Maeve’s grandson, is the prisoner of the Shadow King. Killed by the King of the Faye, Matthew must fight to get back to his family and reunite all those he had lost. Can he, do it? Or will he allow darkness to enter his soul? Will Maeve intervene and save him? Will his wife ever forgive him for the dark things he must do, and will his son ever accept him? How far would you go to save your family?
Can Matthew overcome the darkness and return to his family or succumb to the darkness and become The New Shadow King? Travel to the Shadow Realm, hear spellbinding tales, meet magical creatures, and join Matthew as he fights for his family.
Journey with Justin as he learns about the magical world.
Take a journey in time, back before Maeve and Matthew returned, back to the time when Justin first met Lily and Nancy, back to when Justin did not know he was a magical being. Take a journey with Justin and his friends as they learn who they are, how they are connected, and what powers they have. Can they sense the darkness? How can a group of kids help prevent this impending doom and darkness?
Travel to the Shadow Realm, meet vampires, witches, and werewolves. Learn about the merpeople and the Faye. Help Justin and his friends learn who they are in this magical world filled with danger, darkness, and love.
Will Maurelle ever be able to forgive Matthew and herself? The search for Maurelle’s kids starts now!
For a young fairy named Maurelle life was wonderful. She was a princess, and she loved her family. But Maurelle did not understand the ways of the world and the darkness that dwelt in her father and others. But as she grew, that darkness became a reality not only for herself but her husband Matthew.
Will she find the courage to rebuild her family, to forgive her husband, and will she ever be able to forgive herself? If she can’t forgive herself, how will she ever be able to face her father and find her children?
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This epic supernatural romance series includes vampires, supernatural royalty, other realms, and so much more, making it the perfect series to read this fall.⠀
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Maeve, a newly transformed vampire who has been abandoned by her family, is at the mercy of The Shadow King and her vampire master. ⠀
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Matthew has been taken from his family to serve more powerful beings. He must obey and complete their orders in order to return to his family, but with each step, the darkness in his soul grows. ⠀
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Whether you want romance, supernatural, or just an interesting story, make sure to grab your copy of The Shadow Realm Chronicles:
The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Maeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GNBLGVR
The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Matthew https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HKJ57FM
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Are we doing what is right? Do we work for a company that has our best interest in mind? Does the company have the timeline’s best interest in mind or are they changing things to help themselves?
As the team gathers old loves are reunited as new ones develop and many surprises along the way.
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I need help marketing and none of my books are selling and I am at a loss.
As a writer, we need to specialize in many things. We need to tell interesting stories, use proper grammar, have captivating covers and then market our books. I struggle with marketing.
I have put so much time and money into my books that I don’t see a point anymore. It is not about making money; it’s about sharing my story. Of course, making money would be nice, but I want people to read my works. I want people to experience the worlds I have created.
So, I am at a loss. I have many ideas for future books, but I am finding it difficult to keep going. I have a full-time job, and a family, and although I would love to stay at home and write, that is not something I can do right now. Plus, I love being a teacher.
In the past, people have told me to make a Facebook page, put your book on these sites, and share your work. I have done those things and I am still not selling my books. What have you done to market your books? Have you hired a professional? I would appreciate any advice.
New to the Shadow Realm? Pick up the first book that started it all for free. Sink your teeth into the story of Maeve.
Welcome to the world of shadows. The Shadow Realm Chronicles are a massive story all revolving around one family, one war, and many realms.
Many years ago, darkness tore apart the worlds. They called it the Great War for it was massive and involved all the realms of all the worlds. Enemies on all sides grew their armies for battle in anticipation of heavy casualties. After foreseen bloodshed occurred, new allies were created, and former alliances were destroyed.
Book 1: The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Maeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GNBLGVR
Book 2:The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Matthew https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HKJ57FM
Book 3:The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Justin https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092JPL3HP
Book 4The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Maurelle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8GW9SC8
Book 5: The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Annabelle (Coming Soon)
Book 6: The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Marius (Coming Soon)
Check out Nancy’s newest book: The Shadow Realm Chronicles: Maeve
Many years ago, darkness tore apart the worlds. They called it the Great War, for it was massive and involved all the realms of all the worlds save one. Enemies on either side grew their armies for battle with heavy casualties. New allies formed out of this bloodshed while old ones crumbled. The Great War might be over, but another one looms in the distance, and it all begins with a lonely mother named Maeve. Maeve once was a loving mother and wife, but darkness transforms her into a creature of the night. She is at the mercy of the Shadow King and her vampire master.
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