CBR: How Long Do Elves Live in The Lord of the Rings?

The Lord of the Rings has many unique species that can live for longer than humans. But how long can Elves live in Tolkien’s universe?

Did a deep dive recently on elf lore in Lord of the Rings. Have a read!

CBR: Wish Could Finally Redefine a Recent Disney Criticism

Disney’s Asha is step forward in representative storytelling. But the latest Wish trailer shows her personality has the potential to be more of same.

It’s awesome to see so much cultural diversity in Disney films these days, but maybe its characters, especially the heroines, are getting somewhat repetitive. I grew up during the Disney Renaissance so I’m pretty spoiled in that regard! Curious if anyone else is seeing this trend.

CBR: Disney’s Darkest Animated Movie Can Flourish in Live-Action

Disney’s animated film The Black Cauldron may have been too dark for audiences in 1985, but it could do well today with a live-action remake.

Sure, Disney’s putting out a lot of live-action remakes right now. Maybe it’s getting to be a bit too much — but have you ever considered how a remake could improve an older version of a film?

CBR: A Fake Rumor (And Disney) Is the Key to Bringing Back an Animated Classic in Live Action

The success of Disney’s live-action adaptations of its animated films, and a recent internet farce, might pave the way for a live-action FernGully.

In my latest article with CBR I address a rumor that swept across the internet in summer 2023 causing a stirring rumor about a potential live-action remake of the 1990s animated classic FernGully: The Last Rainforst.

2023 & Me

It’s been a busy year! Since my last post, I’ve become a full-time copywriter with Happy Brands and freelancer with Comic Book Resources. I also got back in the script coverage game with Stage 32 as a reader for new scriptwriters.

I’m also in the midst of brainstorming a project for a dramatic podcast that’d I’d love to self-produce. Who knows, I may even produce another book of poetry sometime in the next year. I guess I just love having a bunch of irons in the fire!

I’m officially a verified Goodreads Author! Also, posting my current works to my Facebook Writer Page. So, if you’re wanting to see my latest check it out. Can’t wait to see what’s next for me this year in the wonderful world of writing!

More Work In The World

Our Galaxy’s Publishing’s multi-author collection, Venus Rising: Musings and Lore From Women Writers was released in paperback and ebook on March 16 of this year and features two of my short stories: “My Last Husband” and “The Barely There Bear.”

If you’re interested in seeing more samples of my fiction, you can check out the reasonably priced ebook (only $3.99). To learn more about our Galaxy Publishing you can go to their website or check them out on Instagram @ourgalaxypublishing.

I’ve been busy with work and travel lately that I haven’t been able to post about this, but I’m super excited to have more stories to share with you!

Book Launch

I am so excited to say my book is now available for purchase! You can check it out on Amazon or barnesandnoble.com by searching my name and the book title Word Bath. If you’re looking for some light poetry, please give it a read. You can see more details on the menu of my blog here, check out the page labeled WORD BATH (easy peasy).

(featured image in this post is by Nick Fewings via Unsplash)

Friends & Family Orders

UPDATE: I found a couple typos so it looks like I’ll be going into revision. This is why it’s always good to order a single copy before you go whole hog. So glad I did!

I’m making my book available to family and friends before its official release on Feb. 1 where it should be available on online platforms like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Now that I have a physical copy in hand (and it’s not backward!) I can place personal orders through IngramSpark. Those who know me personally can check my Instagram stories @dukeofwords or my Facebook for more details later tonight!

The Backwards Book

I’m currently waiting on the first print version of my book to arrive so I can check it for errors. I received a notification that it has been shipped, so I lie in wait.

My major worry… that the whole thing is backward. The digital proof I was sent looked that way, but I thought: “Maybe it’s going to look different once it’s printed. How could they possibly have flipped my entire file? Especially when I worked with the typesetter who knew what she was doing?”

Revisions would cost extra and delay my release. So fingers are majorly crossed!

eBook Release!

My eBook is now available for preorder on Amazon with a release date of February 1st! Click here for deets.