Elena Carter
@Elena__Carter__
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Mom by day, writer by night. Author of “The Dream Tamer Chronicles” #amwriting #amediting #writingcommunity
Joined December 2020
What could be harder for a writer than summing up the whole trilogy in a few sentences? 😅 .I gave it a try. Here’s what you can find in The Dream Tamer Chronicles ⬇️. #WritingCommunity #ShamelessSelfpromoSunday .#BookTwitter .#AuthorsOfTwitter
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Hello, 44 🍾🎂 I think you and I will get along. 🥰. Grateful for everything and excited to see what tomorrow brings. ❤️. #HappyBirthdayToMe #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter
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Am I the only one that noticed that posts like “nobody sees my tweets, I feel like I’m screaming into the void” usually get like a million likes-comments-retweets? 🤣. Just curious… 😅. #WrtitingCommunity.
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I did it! . 84147 words. 28 chapters. I finished my third book. I think I need a minute to process it. #Writing #WritingCommmunity #TheEnd.
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If you’re a #writer who’s battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt, I just want you to know that one day someone will read your book, will love your book, and will be genuinely touched by your story. And you’ll see that it was all worth it. Don’t give up. #WritingCommnunity.
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Why do some people feel the need to write a whole book synopsis in their review? 😅 I’ve always found it a bit strange. I think the review should be about expressing your opinion about the book, and not telling people what happens in the story. Just curious. 🤷♀️. #WritingCommunity.
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Every time I hear someone is reading my book, I get so excited. Isn’t it the most amazing and rewarding feeling when you know that your story has reached someone on the other side of the world. So grateful. ❤️.#WritingLife #authorlife #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter.
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One day, someone will pick up your book, and your words will make a difference. They will help the reader escape to a different world, or maybe they’ll remind them of something important. Your words matter. Keep writing. #AuthorsOfTwitter #writing.
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I have sold zero books in January. My latest release has only 6 reviews. 🥺. But I’m still working on my next poetry collection. Sometimes I’m on the verge of giving up, honestly. But I stubbornly keep going. 🥹. #WritingCommunity.
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So a couple months ago I tweeted about stepping out of my comfort zone and starting a podcast. Guess what. I went even further. I’m actually forcing myself to post this right now because what I really want is to run and hide. I have a YouTube channel now. #WritingCommunity.
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First time I joined Twitter I gave up after a short while because I felt invisible. Then I decided to give it another go, and I found an amazing, supportive #WritingCommunity here. I’ve met so many wonderful people and made new friends. Thank you for 12K followers. 🙏🏼❤️
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I swear next time I get a message from “a fellow writer” asking me “what genre do you write” I’m gonna reply “alien porn”…. It’s frustrating to live in a world where you don’t know if you’re conversing with a real person anymore…. #WritingCommunity
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I got my first review… 🥹. Yes, I’m crying, and I’m not ashamed to admit it. 😭. #WritingCommunity
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Social media can be really frustrating if you focus on the numbers instead focusing on the genuine connections. It’s not about a hundred people who see you, it’s about a few who truly understand you. I’m grateful to have met such people. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter.
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Sending you some sunshine and positive vibes. 🙌🏼☀️. I had the most amazing day. 😍. Hope your Saturday was great too, friends! 🥰. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife
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Comparing yourself to other writers is like shooting yourself in the foot. It will only hold you back. It will never help you grow and succeed. #WritingCommunity #writingadvice.
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Just saw a phrase in a book review (not for my book) that I’m finding hard to process…. “by the end I was nauseated by the happily ever after ending.”. I mean… seriously? People get upset over happy endings? 😳. #WritingCommunity #BookTwitter.
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I took a big step out of my comfort zone. A huge step. Because I’m determined to learn, evolve, and challenge myself. To overcome my fears, insecurities, and self doubt. I started a podcast. Excited and nervous at the same time. 🥰. #WritingCommunity #podcasts #WritingLife
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You know you’re a writer when you have at least three WIPs demanding your attention, but all of a sudden, a shiny new idea appears, and suddenly, you can’t think of anything else anymore… 😅. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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Hello, 45 🥳. Excited for this new chapter. And beyond grateful for all the previous ones. 🥰. Life is great. Especially when you finally learn to see what’s really important and what isn’t. ❤️. #HappyBirthdayToMe .#WritingCommunity .#AuthorsOfTwitter
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My author copies arrived! 🤩. It’s an amazing feeling. 🥹 Never gets old. 😅. The ebook release date is November 30 (so soon!) but the paperback is already live. 🥰. Aren’t they pretty?. #WritingCommunity
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For the first time ever, I’m writing with music on. At first I thought it wouldn’t work, but it’s okay so far. Usually I find it too distracting. Do you listen to music while writing?. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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Since today is my first book’s first birthday, I want to celebrate with my first ever #writerslift . I’ll be happy to follow back and connect with #authors and #readers 🙌🏼. Post links to your #books or #websites . #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter #ShamelessSelfpromoSaturday.
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I’m having the worst month so far with regard to sales/page reads. Keep telling myself to stop checking the KDP dashboard (seriously, I just need to forget it even exists 🤦♀️). Feeling a bit frustrated and deflated. Hopefully it’ll pass. Sooner or later. #WritingLife.
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All my feed is filled with people either announcing they’re leaving or announcing they’re staying. 🙈. Does it even make sense to post about anything else? 😆. Anyway, whoever is here — I hope you have a great Sunday and feel happy wherever you are. ❤️. #WritingCommunity.
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Guess what came in the mail! 🤩. I’m finally holding my books in my hands! 🥹. I’m so happy I have no words… 🥰. #WritingCommunity .#AuthorsOfTwitter
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I’ve noticed that the more followers I have, the less engagement on my tweets. 🤷🏼♀️. Doesn’t make sense, right?. Am I missing something? . #WritingCommunity #Authors #AuthorsOfTwitter.
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I sold two books this month. This can read as —. I sold two books this month…. or . I sold two books this month!!!. It’s all about perspective, right? 😆. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter.
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Here’s a question. When I publish the third one, how will I hold them all? 😜. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter #BookTwitter
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On this day 3 years ago, I published my first chapter. I used to publish chapters on Wattpad, before I decided to just finish the whole book and self-publish it. I guess this marks the beginning of my writing journey. So it’s a memorable date. Authorversary? 😆. #WritingLife.
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I think this is the first month this year when I had zero sales. The life of a self-published author… 🥺. Pretty frustrating, to be honest. #WritingCommunity.
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I’ve been feeling really deflated and discouraged because of this whole D2D nonsense… but I picked up my beautiful books and reminded myself that I’ve written an awesome fantasy trilogy, and one way or another, I’ll put it out there in front of readers. 🥰. #WritingCommunity
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My third book comes out this month. I keep reminding myself, from time to time, to pause the pre-launch hassle and take a minute to appreciate the fact that I wrote a whole trilogy. Three books. In three years. And that’s a great accomplishment. ❤️. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife.
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I have zero book sales so far this month, but I added 1400 words to my WIP today, and I’m getting shoutouts from fellow authors, and it fills my heart with gratitude and happiness. These are all precious moments of a writer’s life. 🥰🙏🏼. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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Took my books out for a little photoshoot yesterday 🥰. This is the first time I took a photo of all three 😍. Fills my heart with so much happiness and gratitude to hold them all in my hands 🙏🏼💜. I’ll put a link to a video in the comments 🥰👇🏻. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity
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Time for a new 📌 . Books one and two are on Amazon as ebooks and paperbacks. Book three releases on May 30 and is currently available for preorder. #WritingCommunity #BookTwitter #AuthorsOfTwitter
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🤩 RELEASE DAY! 🥳. Reflections, my poetry collection, releases today. 🥰. My fifth book and my first poetry book. And definitely not the last one. 🥹. #WritingCommunity .#BookTwitter .#poetry
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Every day is a new opportunity. Every morning, when you open your eyes, you’re given another chance. It’s up to you what to do with it. But don’t forget that you’re writing your own history right now. Every day you start a new chapter. #WritingCommunity
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My third book releases today. 🥳. My fantasy trilogy, The Dream Tamer Chronicles, is complete. 🤩. I’m a little bit overwhelmed. 🙈 . #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter #BookTwitter
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80989 words. One chapter left to write. I’m about to finish my third book. What an incredible feeling. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter.
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8K. Wow. I don’t know how it happened, but I’m genuinely grateful for this wonderful #WritingCommunity and so glad I decided to give this platform another try after abandoning it for a year. I’ve met so amazing people here, and found so much support and inspiration. Thank you!.
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At the hospital with my 4yo. His first IV drip ever. Stress level is through the roof, but I’m keeping it together. Good vibes and prayers appreciated. It’s the ABSOLUTE WORST when kids are sick. #WritingCommunity.
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My little hummingbird made it to New Zealand today. 🥰. This absolutely made my day. 🤩 Someone on the other side of the world is reading my book!. And nothing else matters… (c) 😁. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife #AuthorsOfTwitter
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Book 1 was released in July 2021. Book 2 is coming out in September 2022. Currently working on book 3. #BookTwitter #AuthorsOfTwitter #WritingCommnunity #readingcommunity
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The first two books are available on Amazon as ebooks and paperbacks, and you can read them for free with Kindle Unlimited. Book 3 comes out on May 30, 2023, and is available for preorder at a discounted price. #BookTwitter #FantasyBooks #WritingCommunity
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How old will you be this year? . I’ll be 45, and for some reason, I’m really excited about it 😆
How old will you be this year? QT with a pic (or not). I'll be 52. What the heck happened to all those years?
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I know that January is supposed to be a slow month, but seeing zero sales and zero page reads is still somewhat disheartening…. My imposter syndrome is excited though, knocking on my door like a Jehovah’s witness. It’ll pass, right? . #WritingCommunity.
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You know you’re a writer when one of the reminders on your phone says “Check Adam’s eye color in the word doc” 😂. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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Took this photo as I was getting ready for a live on Instagram with an author friend last night, and I figured why not share it for #ShamelessSelfpromoSunday 😁. Looking forward to holding my third book in my hands 🥰 and taking photos of the whole trilogy 💜. #WritingCommunity
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Writing the acknowledgments section for the last book in my trilogy, and getting really emotional…. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife
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And this is how I celebrated my book release. 🥰. I didn’t get my author copy in time, so I ordered a cake. 😁. You have to admit this is the most amazing cake ever! 🤩 Right?! . #BookRelease #WritingCommunity
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It’s finally starting to look like spring here ☀️. And is it me, or do these clouds look like wings? I’ll take it as a good sign. 😉. Have a wonderful day #WritingCommunity 🙌🏼❤️
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I bet if I made a silly YouTube video where I’m pouring ketchup on my head it would get thousands of views… but when I’m sharing short inspirational videos with encouraging reminders about self-care, they get zero views. But you know what? I’m going to continue doing it anyway.
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Am I the only one who finds it annoying when people send DMs, clearly with a intention of offering their services, but without just saying it upfront? All those “How are you doing today” and “What are your books about” instead… 🤦♀️ . #WritingCommunity #WritingLife
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What is this latest trend with authors sending DMs pretending to want to connect and show interest in your writing, just to offer marketing services a couple messages later? 🤯. #WritingCommunity.
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My son agreed to work with me on promoting my book. So far, we settled on payment in gummy bears. But he’s hinting that he needs a new Lego set. What can I say, book marketing isn’t cheap… 😅. #WritingCommunity .#AuthorsOfTwitter
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Happy Sunday #WritingCommunity . Caught some nice weather in between November rains 😅 so couldn’t miss the chance to go for a walk in the park. Hope you’re enjoying your weekend too. 🙌🏼❤️
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Wishing everyone in the #WritingCommunity a wonderful day 🙌🏼❤️. I have huge plans for this week 🤩. My first book of the series, Follow the Hummingbird, is about to go wide. Wish me luck! 🥰. #WritingLife #AuthorsOfTwitter
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Happy World Book Day! 📚. Grateful for all the books in my life that changed me. Even more grateful for having a chance to create more books that might change someone else. #WritingCommunity #BookTwitter
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I got a new book review for my poetry collection, and my KDP dashboard is not all zeroes—someone bought two of my books yesterday. Really brightened up my day. 🥰. #WritingCommunity
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‼️FREE EBOOK—ONE DAY ONLY‼️. A heartbroken widow is given a chance to reunite with her husband in other realms, but a dark force there is threatening to consume her soul. Don’t miss the chance to grab your free copy today!. #WritingCommunity #BookTwitter
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It’s here! 🤩🙌🏼🥳. Happy release day to me and my precious little book! 🥰😁. And happy Valentine’s to everyone who celebrates! ❤️🌹. #WritingCommunity .#AuthorsOfTwitter .#BookTwitter
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Waves come and go. Feelings come and go. Moods come and go. Life keeps going. Moving. Changing. Never standing still. Time doesn't freeze, doesn't pause and wait. It just ticks on, whether you like it or not. Enjoy the "now.".It won't be with you for long. #WritingCommunity
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Just noticed I have 6000 followers. Not sure how this happened. What I’m sure of, though, is that this #WritingCommunity is amazing, and I’m happy to be a part of it. I’ve met amazing people here, and I’m so grateful for all the support. ❤️. Writing is not a lonely journey.
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I’ve been MIA these past couple days, with my birthday yesterday and Easter today. Celebrated both at the seaside, so here’s some vitamin sea for you too. 🌊. So overwhelmed by all the b-day wishes! 🥰🙏🏼 just had literally no chance to respond to everyone! 😭. #WritingCommunity
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The world around you is a reflection of your inner world. You’ll see beauty if your mind is open to see it. You’ll see kindness if kindness lives in your heart. You’ll have more reasons to be thankful if you practice gratitude daily. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity
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Finished the final round of edits. 83416 words. Next stage — proofreading. And then I can start formatting it and preparing ARC copies. 🥳😄. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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Asked my 4-year-old to take a picture of me on our walk yesterday. He took 25. 😂 Here’s one of them😅. Happy Monday #WritingCommunity 🙌🏼❤️ Wishing you all a great week ahead! 🥰
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I wrote a 1000 words today, after not writing for weeks… and it feels amazing!!! 🤩. Another short story for my collection finished. 🥰. #WritingLife #WritingCommunity.
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I was just offered an opportunity to be featured in an article, among other authors, for just $500. Wow, right? 🤩 It’s my lucky day. It’s like I won a lottery. 🤣. Sometimes, the DMs you find in your ‘hidden’ folder on IG are just priceless… for a good laugh 😜. #WritingLife.
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This month has been extremely hard so far. I haven’t written in a few weeks (apart from poetry here and there) and I’m starting to feel like an imposter. A ridiculous yet persistent feeling. I need to fight it. #WritingCommunity.
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My author copy arrived today 🥰. So happy… 😭. I have all my three book babies now! 🥹. I’ll publish the “unboxing video” on my YouTube later tonight 😆. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter
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Just a no-filter-no-makeup selfie of a very tired and stressed mom whose kiddo has been very unwell for a week…. Thank you all for your kind words of support and positive vibes. 🙏🏼❤️. #WritingCommunity #momlife
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Having a rough time last couple days, as my three-year-old decided to take me on a tour of the city hospitals… 🤦♀️ . Another hospital visit tomorrow, and then hopefully I’ll be able to breathe out. 😥. Hope your day is going better than mine. #WritingCommunity.
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I’m delighted to share that I’m a finalist for the Page Turner Awards 2022 with my novel “Follow the Hummingbird”. Congratulations to all the fellow finalists! . Thank you @PageTurnerAward and the judges!.#PageTurnerAwards #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter
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Some days are harder than others. Take a break if you need it. It’s okay. It’s okay to press pause on everything and to just breathe. The sky won’t fall on earth if you take it easy for just one day. You’ll feel better, though, and that’s what matters. #WritingCommunity.
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Greetings from the rainy Varna 🙌🏼. Just thought I’d drop in to wish everyone a great day ❤️. #WritingCommunity
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Started working on a new project, and wrote over 800 words in the first chapter. Feels amazing. I missed writing so much. ❤️. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife.
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Wow. Just saw I have 5000 followers. Not sure how it happened. I’m grateful and happy to connect with fellow authors and readers. I left Twitter for over a year, but last year I had a sudden urge to give it another try, and met some truly amazing people here. #WritingCommunity.
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My son kindly agreed to help me promote my books. I’m paying him in Kinder eggs and chocolate Santas 😄. #WritingCommunity #AuthorsOfTwitter #BookTwitter
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Just a selfie for no particular reason. 😁 . I was getting ready for an interview and decided to snap a photo. 😄 . Had an amazing chat with a fellow author, who interviewed me for his YouTube channel. I’ll share the link next week.🥰. #WritingCommunity #WritingLife
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Running a bit late with this, but still. Authors, your words can change someone’s life. Thank you for bringing your books into the world. Thank you for sharing your heart and soul on paper. Please keep writing, the world needs your words. 📚. #AuthorsOfTwitter #WritingCommunity
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On this day three years ago, I started writing my first book. Typing it on my phone during baby naps and releasing chapters on Wattpad. In a couple months, my third book comes out. Follow your dreams. Believe in yourself. Make that first step. #WritingCommunity #AuthorLife.
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Yay, I now have a photo with all my books! 🤩. And today was the first time I signed my book 🥹 Such a special moment! It’s going to its new home in Belgium. So, another country on the list. 😅. My books definitely travel more than I do. 😆. #WritingCommunity .#AuthorsOfTwitter
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I saw a guy walking and reading a book today. A young guy. Reading a paperback. While walking. This world’s not doomed. There’s still hope. #WritingCommunity.
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Happy weekend #WritingCommunity . Found a new friend here 😂 wanted to tag him but he’s not on social media 😂
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Summer is passing by too fast. Need to make the best of what’s left. Have a fabulous Sunday #WritingCommunity
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Came across this today and loved it. “It’s okay if your book saves only one person, and it’s okay if that person is you.”. ❤️. #Writing #WritingCommunity.
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Happy 2024 #WritingCommunity . Have a wonderful year! Go after those dreams! You can do it! 🙌🏼❤️🔥
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