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Happy Release Day!!!
Heyyyy book lovers! After months of writing, revising, (hmm, am I allowed to say months of heartache?) and countless cups of coffee, my...
Nicole Griggs
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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Meet the Characters of "Janis and the Reaper"
For me, I struggle with writing characters. World building? Love it. Plot? Check. I have a feeling it is because of my neurodivergence...
Nicole Griggs
Jul 2, 20244 min read
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The Themes and Motifs in "Janis and the Reaper"
Janis and the Reaper is more than just a fantasy adventure; it’s a story that delves into profound themes and motifs that resonate deeply...
Nicole Griggs
Jun 23, 20243 min read
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Debut Update: Behind the Scenes
Hello! I've been neglecting my poor blog lately and I'm sad about it. Thus, I bring thee a post! It's thrilling, I assure you and has all...
Nicole Griggs
Jun 11, 20242 min read
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So ... What's Next?
Man, it really didn't take long for April to roll around this year. At least, that's what it feels like; that 2024 is already hurtling...
Nicole Griggs
Apr 4, 20242 min read
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Congratulations! You Now Own a Special Edition
All great stories begin with a flop, right? Let's just say yes to make me feel better. About three weeks after the publication of my...
Nicole Griggs
Nov 20, 20233 min read
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Leaving My Publisher
As of this morning, October 31st, 2023, I have left my publisher. This was not a decision made lightly, especially in the early days of...
Nicole Griggs
Oct 31, 20232 min read
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Countdown to My Debut
It's officially October. Which means it's time for me to wake up every day in a panic thinking I wrote something totally unhinged in my...
Nicole Griggs
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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In Defense of Hybrid Publishers
In my publishing journey, I've been pretty vocal on social media talking about Spellbound, my publisher that is taking my debut novel,...
Nicole Griggs
Sep 6, 20236 min read
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Another Blog Post? In the Same Month???
Using three question marks in my title...wow, what a risk. I wish I knew how to make my keyboard produce the interrobang. What is an...
Nicole Griggs
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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I Am a Very Delinquent Blog Poster and I've Angered My Publisher
Okay, so they aren't actually furious, but man have I been slacking in the blog writing area of my author life lately.
Nicole Griggs
Aug 23, 20232 min read
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Carrying the Story: An Interview with Janis Lyn Pereda
It's early morning when the computer starts up. Next to it sits an oversize mug containing milky tea that steams lightly. It's slowly...
Nicole Griggs
Jun 21, 20235 min read
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New Website, New Blog, Same Old Me
I have had more than a few blogs over the years, starting with the most informal on Tumblr and even freelancing for money (gasp) on...
Nicole Griggs
May 21, 20232 min read
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