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Birthdays always make me pause and reflect. They feel like a quiet checkpoint and a moment to look back on how far I’ve come and to think about where I want to go next. It’s strange how time seems to move both quickly and slowly at once. This past year has been full of growth, both personally and creatively. I’ve learned lessons that came the hard way and celebrated milestones that once felt like distant dreams. There have been long nights spent writing, cups of coffee gone c

The air is crisp, the leaves crunch underfoot, and the nights arrive earlier and earlier. Halloween has always felt like the time when...

Every story starts with a spark. Sometimes it’s a single image, a line of dialogue that won’t leave your head, or a simple “what if” that...

Writing can feel like a lonely pursuit. Just you, your thoughts, and a blinking cursor that doesn’t care how long you stare at it. But the truth is that even the most independent writers need connection. Stories may begin in solitude, but they flourish through community. When I first started writing I thought I had to do it all alone. I was hesitant to share my work, afraid of judgment, and unsure if I even belonged in the writing world. That changed the moment I connected wi

If you are a book lover, you know the thrill of discovering a new author or a fresh release from a favorite writer. Ashley MacKinnon is one such author who has been making waves in the literary world. Her unique storytelling and relatable characters have captured the hearts of many readers. In this post, we will explore her latest book releases, diving into what makes each one special and why you should add them to your reading list. Who is Ashley MacKinnon? Ashley MacKinnon

Spellbound Sugar is finally here

I am absolutely ecstatic to share that I was recently featured in an author spotlight on Wrote a Book ! Being highlighted in this way...

My publishing journey was a challenge

Every writer from someone new to experienced faces the strange feeling of writing about “nothing.” It might be a day where no plot twist...

At the heart of every great story are characters that feel alive, flawed, layered, and real. Readers may not remember every plot twist,...

There’s something magical about the season of autumn. The air turns crisp from the colder weather. Trees trade their green for shades of...

Balancing life with your writing can be challenging

If you’ve ever stared at your manuscript and thought, Who am I kidding? No one will want to read this , you’re not alone. Every writer I...

Being an independent author is a lot of work. You wear the hats of many different positions: writer, editor, marketer, designer, and even...

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Every author has a unique story, and Ashley MacKinnon's journey is no exception. Ashley’s path is filled with passion, perseverance, and...