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Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson: A Review for Writers
Whenever I read a book, I try to look for what I can learn as a writer. That’s what these reviews for writers are about. Tress of the Emerald Sea taught me some things I didn’t expect.
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Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson: A Review for Readers
Tress of the Emerald Sea asks what would have happened if Buttercup had gone after Wesley in The Princess Bride.
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Update: Moving, Memories, and Goals for the Future
Last week, my parents moved from my childhood home. It has been a small grief that I have been processing these past couple of months. Walking through the house and the yard the last few times brought up many memories of growing up and all of the dreams I had of the future.
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My Favorite Movies from 2022
I would argue these films are popular partly because of the failure of many franchises to offer something unique, well-written, and immersive.
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My Favorite Shows from 2022
Five shows I loved this year.
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Waiting for Your Ticket: The Courage of Corrie ten Boom
Despite the horrors they faced, Corrie and her sister Betsy held onto their faith, and Corrie learns that God gives her strength at exact moment when she needs—not before.
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Just Keep Writing: Know Your Limits (and take a break)
Sometimes your goals are not achievable. That’s okay.
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Fear of Change
“And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us” (Romans 5).
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Just Keep Writing: When You Feel Behind
We’re not limping behind writers who have gone ahead but standing on the same platform, cheering each other on. Every published author is doing what you’re doing today: sitting down to write.
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Be Addicted to Growth
Overcoming fears is scary. But what if even “scary” didn’t bother us as much anymore?
Emily Brooks
faith, courage, imagination
Emily Brooks 