Dream, a popular gaming streamer has been an anonymous YouTuber for about 3 years, wearing a cartoon-smiley mask for his videos and finding his face from public. Earlier this week (October 2nd), Dream finally did a face-reveal to his more… Read More »Dream’s face reveal reminds us that people can be fickle
Social Media
Yes, I have fallen victim of a scam, and this post is a callout to my fellow authors to be wary of book marketing companies, even if their websites and credentials look professional. Marketing for self-published authors is hard. But,… Read More »How I (almost) lost $500
How I (almost) lost $500
Being on social media can be overwhelming because of the amount of content at your fingertips. Plus, you might find yourself aimlessly scrolling for hours, or staying up late watching reels or videos. However, I’m not going to talk today… Read More »Social media: the good, the bad, and the ugly
Social media: the good, the bad, and the ugly
Rickrolling is one of the earliest YouTube memes, or in other words, an internet prank, that started back in 2007. My son actually told me about it as he saw a YouTube video that announced how Rick has rolled onto… Read More »Have you been rickrolled?
Have you been rickrolled?
Today I can finally back away from social media and hibernate for a week. Nah, just kidding. But, at least I don’t have to feel pressured to make sure I post once a day on Instagram. This 30-day social media challenge… Read More »Completed the 30-day social media challenge
Completed the 30-day social media challenge
Okay, so I finally got onto the #TrendingReels bandwagon by creating my own versions of the #QuestionsIGetAsked reel and the #27PhotosChallenge reel. Reels have been so much fun to watch and my son suggested that I should get on the… Read More »Getting on the Trending Bandwagon
Getting on the Trending Bandwagon
I found out from my author friend, Tasche Laine, that August 9th is National Book Lovers Day. Seems like there’s always a day for everything. I love a good book and don’t need a special day to remind me to read… Read More »Happy Book Lovers Day
Happy Book Lovers Day
When I released my novel back in May, I dreamed that my message of spreading hope will connect with someone and encourage them to reach out and join my mission. I’ve received many messages of praise for my writing, but… Read More »It’s all worth it
It’s all worth it
This week, I’ve been participating in Self-Publishing School’s Full-time Author Challenge inspired me to enroll in the 30-day social media challenge. The main takeaway so far from the Author Challenge event was to have consistency, to keep writing, and to… Read More »30-day social media challenge
30-day social media challenge
I am blessed to be surrounded by like-minded, driven, and passionate people who are “always on the grind.” Not everyone understands what ‘3 a.m. inspiration’ feels like. In this circle of friends are two people #HoldOnPleaseEmily fans are familiar with:… Read More »Instagram Wall Revitalization