Christine Smith

2022 In Review // My Highlights and Favorite Things

Post published:December 12, 2022
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2022 only has three weeks left! I do not understand how that is possible. It has been a blazing, whirlwind of a year but so much goodness came of it as well. So as we near its close, I'd like to look back at the highlights and reminisce. 2020 and 2021 were pretty tough years in many ways, and though 2022 had plenty of challenges, it was better, I think. Or perhaps my perspective of things has improved. These past few years have definitely been ones of learning, of adapting to changes and seeking the little good things amidst the…

Know the Novel 2022: Part 3 // Finishing Dawn’s Fractured Light

Post published:December 5, 2022
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It's December! Which means it is time to jump into Part 3 of Know the Novel! Though it's been a few weeks since I wrapped up my novel, I'm still reeling from the process and am excited to take some time today to reflect (and flail a little). Being as how this was my first year to create and do FallFicFrenzy and my first time in thirteen years to not participate in NaNoWriMo, things felt a tad different. But different by no means is always a bad thing. In fact, all the changes brought a world of unexpected blessings, and…

Know the Novel – Part Three: Words Written // A Writer’s Linkup

Post published:December 1, 2022
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DECEMBER HAS ARRIVED! And my excitement knows no bounds. Not only is this one of the best months of the year, but it also means I can take a nap words have been written. No matter what fall looked like for you, I do hope you take a moment to reflect on everything you accomplished. Every effort you put into writing that story in your heart matters. Every single word adds up. Every moment spent in your creative pursuits builds that muscle and grows you. And it all deserves to be celebrated. Part 3 of Know the Novel is about…

FallFicFrenzy 2022: Week Four

Post published:November 12, 2022
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A full month of FallFic has come and gone, you guys! And though it doesn't officially end until November 15th, I am here to share how this fourth week went down. Hint: 'Twas good one. I'm kind of in complete and utter shock that a full month has passed us. Like??? It feels like it just started. While at the same time I feel like life has only ever consisted of words and coffee and nothing came before that. But it's fiiiine. Words are being written and that's what matters! ALSO. This fourth week proved to be the best FallFic…

Know the Novel 2022: Part 2 // Writing Dawn’s Fractured Light

Post published:November 5, 2022
Post category:Writing
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The THIRD week of FallFic is done. Which means just 1 week and 3 days remain! I hope this first week of November has treated you all well! Mine has been spent enjoying continuous gorgeous weather, taking lots of walks, and, of course, WRITING. So much writing. I'm changing up my usual daily log this week to instead share all the behind-the-scenes insanity goodness via my Know the Novel tag! And as there will no doubt be much babbling to come, let's skip any further introductions and JUMP IN. Join the linkup HERE! THE WRITING OFDAWN'S FRACTURED LIGHT How’s the…

Know the Novel – Part Two: Within the WIP // A Writer’s Linkup

Post published:November 1, 2022
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A most happy November 1st to you all! November means so many exciting things, two of which include: Writing and Know the Novel Part 2! For many, today marks the beginning of NaNoWriMo and all the writing frenzy that comes with it! For myself, it's the halfway point of FallFicFrenzy, my own little writing challenge (which has also included frenzied writing, thus the name *winks*), and it blows my mind two weeks of mad writing have already taken place! What a wild ride it's been. But worth it every step of the way. Whether you're embarking on a new novel…

FallFicFrenzy 2022: Week Two

Post published:October 29, 2022
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Two weeks of FallFic have passed and we are reaching the HALFWAY POINT!!! I cannot believe we are basically halfway through this challenge of frenzied writing. Words are being written. Stories are being created. Magic is happening. And we are halfway to that glorious summit! Another week passed alsooo means yet another Christine Writing Update of Not Enough Sleep, Too Many Gifs, and Probably Typos Everywhere. FALL FIC FRENZY '22 WEEK TWO SATURDAY: DAY #8 Week 2 started a little shakier than I would have liked. Due to some tiredness and a bit of a headache, the motivation to write…

FallFicFrenzy 2022: Week One

Post published:October 22, 2022
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Words have been written, caffeine has been consumed, and the first week of FallFicFrenzy has been CONQUERED. It is absolutely wild that an entire week of writing has gone by. It has simultaneously felt like 3 days and 3 years. But, ya know, when you disconnect from your own life and are basically living and breathing the chaotic lives of your characters, time can get a little wibbly-wobbly. Also sleeps gets ignored but it's fiiiiine. *drinks more coffee while making deranged giggling noises* As I always did with NaNoWriMo, I'm logging each day of writing so you, dear readers, can…

Know the Novel 2022: Part 1 // Introducing Dawn’s Fractured Light

Post published:October 10, 2022
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My FallFicFrenzy writing challenge begins at midnight Friday night! *cue the shrieking* Which means in less than a week I'll be slipping away into my little writing hollow and may not emerge for a good number of weeks. But, of course, I must first introduce what shall be consuming every waking hour for the next while. I'll be answering the prompts from my Know the Novel tag which opened its doors last week and I'd love for you to join. More info in the actual post. *points to link below* Find out more and join the linkup HERE! I rather…

Know the Novel – Part One: Introduction // A Writer’s Linkup

Post published:October 3, 2022
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HAPPY OCTOBER!!! *flings leaves in the air* I don't know about you, but October is the start of my favorite time of year. There is something so utterly magical about these last 3 months of the year. The arrival of fall, the holiday season, and for many of us...WRITING! With the coming of October, NaNoWriMo prep season arrives. Though if you saw THIS POST you'll know I'm not officially doing NaNo this year. But I am planning on writing a whole book this fall. In fact, I'm starting THIS MONTH instead of on November 1st! And I'd love for you…