the site of middle grade author Jackie Yeager
I’m a creature of habit. I crave routines and consistency. I guess that’s why I love week days. I’m in my element Monday through Friday. That’s when I set my goals (whether they’re writing related or not), get to work, and basically thrive. Don’t get me wrong, I love the weekends too but there’s more… Continue reading My 5 Star Morning Routine
The best ideas spark when you let your mind swirl! So basically, daydreaming is GOOD. As an author, I consider it part of my job. But it’s essential for anyone who’s trying to work through a problem or think up the next BIG thing too. Letting your mind wander isn’t as easy as it sounds… Continue reading Sparks of Inspiration
Hey Lovelies, 7 Days!! Ohmygosh, we’re one week out from release of Flip the Silver Switch and I’m not gonna lie. It is NOT easier the second time around! I was thinking I would be a seasoned pro by the time my second book published but here we are seven months later and NOPE—not a… Continue reading To Launch Party or Not to Launch Party?
Hey Lovelies! Spring is in the air and one of my favorite springtime colors is purple—the color of beautiful lilacs! Here in my hometown of Rochester, the Lilac Festival is a massive event. It draws people from all over. So, I thought what better time to debut the book trailer for my purple covered middle… Continue reading Book Trailer Debut: Flip the Silver Switch
Hey Guys, I hope you had a great weekend! As you know, I live a very glamorous life and so my weekend was filled with organizing paper type stuff. Now I may be a writer and love paper and pens and such, but organizing mail and bills, etc., is not what I would call fun.… Continue reading Just Put One Word in Front of the Other
It’s been almost two months since I’ve posted, and that was not my plan. My plan was to keep blogging, keep you updated on all the fun stuff that happens as the release date for Spin the Golden Light Bulb approached. But then real life stepped in. The holidays. Both my kids’ birthdays. Getting ready… Continue reading The Storm Before Launch Day
Hey Everyone, So it hit me today that summer is winding down and I’m not even sad. Sure, I love summer. I love the slower pace, the freed up calendar, the warm weather, the cute wedges and flip flops and all that. But for me, the final days in August are definitely not slower paced and… Continue reading Swirl and Spark Weekly
Hey there everyone! Thanks for stopping by the site today. I recently had the pleasure of getting to know the sweetest person, writer Kathryn Lee Martin, through the Writers Around the World series. We had a nice “chat” and I learned so much about her life as a writer. So, grab a coffee, tea, or… Continue reading Meet Kathryn Lee Martin
Our Writers Around the World series is underway, where we’re catching up with writers from all over the place. Today, I’m happy to introduce you to a great guy and talented writer, JD Burnes. Hi JD, thank you so much for helping me kick off this series. So…first things first. Can you share us what name you prefer… Continue reading Meet JD Burns!
I’m taking a quick break from drafting to check in with you today. Yes, you heard me right. I’m drafting… and I’m on a roll!! I’ve written over 3,000 words since yesterday. It may not sound like much, but after having a hard time getting my head into this story, it’s BIG for me! I’ll… Continue reading When You Get on a Writing Roll
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