Hello There!
Welcome to my tiny, but cozy, corner of the world.
It’s so good to see you!
This month’s newsletter is for all things book-ish, nerd-ish, life-ish and whatever else may have popped into my head.
Stay Weird! 🤟🏼
~Brandy
“Quoted”
This month’s “Quoted” is a special 🎈 BIRTHDAY 🎈 edition! It just so happens that I share a birthday with a magical young wizard…
⚡️ ♥️ 💛 HAPPY BIRTHDAY HARRY! 💛 ♥️ ⚡️
To celebrate an ahem…BIG birthday this year, I decided to write down some self-love ideas. So, here go…40 things I love about myself.
I am a healthy mix of Gryffindor (honest, passionate, funny & strong) and Hufflepuff (hard-working, loyal, good-hearted, compassionate, accepting & genuine).
Writing is one of my passions.
That I am left-handed.
I am GROOT.
I snort when I laugh too hard.
My tattoos and the stories they tell.
My Faith.
How super easy it is to lose myself in a good book.
I am creative.
I am a big ol’ NERD, DORK, DWEEB, and am proud of it.
Amusement Parks are my JAM.
Rock n’ Roll is my soul music.
I can sing EVERY word of Bohemian Rhapsody like a one woman opera (just not in tune!)
My birthmark with the unfortunate placement on my butt. #IYKYK
My passion for animals.
My love for plants, even though sometimes I am a terrible plant parent.
The passion I gained for teaching from my late Momma.
The way I know just about every word of dialogue from The Mummy.
I am tall.
I am groot.
I have recently discovered a love for anime, and I am here for all things Naruto and Demon Slayer.
I do have crushes on a few select fictional characters. Any guesses?
I am totally awkward, but loving, loyal and kind.
My eyes are blue (my favorite color!)
My totally, beyond goofy dance moves.
The way I treat my friends…once you are in my heart—we are family.
I have absolutely no problem enjoying the movie theater all by my self. More snacks for me!
I have terrible math skills.
That I can call myself a published author.
My passion for Peanut MMs.
I AM GROOT.
That I am aging somewhat gracefully.
My completely healthy obsession with Chris Pratt.
That I can, and will, put A1 sauce on just about EVERYTHING.
My awful sense of direction. Thank goodness for Waze.
That I pour myself into being the best momma I can be.
That I have been a Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan since I could talk.
That I persevere. No matter what. No matter how hard things get. That is my Ninja Way.
That I never leave the house without a book. NEVER.
That I am 40, inked and fabulous!
WHEW…To be totally honest, that was a HARD list to create. It may have taken a few days to create, but I feel a lot better about myself already. Give it a try! It’s definitely a good boost for the ol’ self-esteem.
STACKED: My T.B.R.
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Inky Updates
✏️ It’s OFFICIAL!!! My Chapter Book series 📚 🐉 LIBRARY GUARDIANS 🐉 📚 has been announced….
I am BEYOND ecstatic to finally share this news. For the next few months, my editor and I will be working on some final edits, before we move into the next stage of publishing. Publishing is set for Summer 2025. Keep an eye on my socials for more information regarding book launch!
Monthly Writing Tip 📝
Have you heard?
It’s totally fine to stop.
Pause.
Take a Break.
Walk away for a second.
Writing is a rewarding…but completely challenging job. When you find yourself feeling frustrated, overwhelmed or losing your writing joy…it is OKAY to do any of those things mentioned above. It doesn’t make you less of a writer. It makes you HUMAN.
August is one of the busiest months for me, as a teacher. I know that my writing may need to take a backseat many days as I adjust back into my routines. And that is FINE.
Everything will be a-okay. Trust me. If you need the break, take it. Breathe. Your mind, body and soul will thank you for it. 🖤
📚 PB Line-Up 📚
Check out the Picture Books I am using as Mentor Texts next month!
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