I was recently sent a copy of this book by the author and asked to give a review. I have read multiple books in the self-help/self-improvement genre and the premise of this book, to combine what we know of neuropsychology and the wisdom of the Ancients was very intriguing to me. I love philosophy. IContinue reading “Book Review: Equanimity by John Elliott-White”
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Season’s Greetings
For many, tonight marks Christmas Eve, and this time of year is abundant with celebrations from all different cultures and religions! My hope is that whatever you celebrate, you are filled with joy!My gift to you this evening is my most recent short story: “Free Ice Cream on Wednesdays” ‘Twas the dog days of summer,Continue reading “Season’s Greetings”
Updates, updates and more updates!
It’s been a spell since I updated the world about my writing progress and writing competition adventures so that is what I’ve decided to do today. Writing Competitions: Page Turner Awards: I am really excited to have had the first 10 pages of my novel long-listed for the Page Turner Writing Mentorship Award. I postedContinue reading “Updates, updates and more updates!”
New Poem
I can’t sleep, so here is a brand new poem that I just wrote: Who will speak for the voiceless?Who will comfort the ones left behind?Who will hold the hands of the hopeless?As the helpless and innocent die? Who is right, who is wrong, does it matter?If the vulnerable still suffer the same,Who will say,Continue reading “New Poem”
Writer’s Block: When Your Imaginary Friends Refuse to Talk to You (Author Unknown)
The quote I’ve used in the title always makes me laugh, but lately, it has been painfully true. I don’t know why but I can’t seem to find my creative spark for the last couple weeks. I am almost finished the first draft of Chapter 6 in my untitled Fantasy/Sci-Fi novel, but I can’t seemContinue reading “Writer’s Block: When Your Imaginary Friends Refuse to Talk to You (Author Unknown)”
Poetry Book Update
This morning I received the exciting news that my poetry book, titled ” Inside My Head,” has completed the editing process!! I am very grateful for this whole experience. While the book is small (only 21 poems), it is still mine and will forever be my very first published written work. I can’t wait toContinue reading “Poetry Book Update”
21 Day Poetry Writing Challenge
I recently participated in a 21 Day Poetry Writing Challenge. Essentially, the goal was to write one poem per day or if your schedule doesn’t allow for a daily commitment, as long as you write all 21 poems and have them submitted by the deadline, it counts. The company holding the challenge is BookLeaf PublishingContinue reading “21 Day Poetry Writing Challenge”
Starting the Journey…
“Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place.” -Paulo Coelho Expressing myself through writing has always been easier than speaking for me. I suppose it was inevitable that I should findContinue reading “Starting the Journey…”
Welcome to Word Haven
I’ve always been better at writing than speaking so I guess it makes sense that I would eventually become an author. I am Alicia, voracious reader, and aspiring author. I’m also a mom of 4 boys and a military wife. My hope for this site is to be a place where I can talk aboutContinue reading “Welcome to Word Haven”
Alicia's Word Haven 