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Did Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Meet Expectations?
Review of Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros. An action-packed sequel with rich world-building, deep character arcs, and high-stakes romance.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Jan 303 min read
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Does Iron Flame Outshine Fourth Wing? Here’s My Take
Rebecca Yarros does it again with Iron Flame, the heart-stopping sequel to Fourth Wing.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Jan 233 min read
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Is Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Worth the Hype?
Dragons, danger, and romance that will leave you breathless. Fourth Wing took the fantasy world by storm.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Jan 183 min read
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Unraveling the Intrigue: Why We're Drawn to Book Plots We'd Avoid in Real Life
I recently joined the social media platform Threads and a fellow book lover and writer posed a very intriguing question - shoutout to...
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Dec 19, 20233 min read
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Traditional Publishing VS Self Publishing: Which one is right for you?
Since I started learning about marketing and publishing in writing, I've come across many different opinions. I believe that writers...
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Dec 10, 20234 min read
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Exploring Real Locations: Tips and Tricks For Research
One of the aspects of writing I enjoy the most, is the fact that I get to transport readers to real, tangible locations. Of course, many...
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Dec 5, 20233 min read
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5 Tips For Character Development In Thrillers
In the world of thriller writing, characters aren't just part of the story - they are the story. The depth and complexity of your...
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Nov 12, 20232 min read
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Music & Writing: Crafting the Perfect Scene with Playlists
Some of my favourite playlists and songs I use to help me write certain scenes or set the right mood.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Oct 28, 20232 min read
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Review of "If You Tell" by Gregg Olsen
Review of the true crime novel by Gregg Olsen, "If You Tell: A true story of murder, family secrets and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood."
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Oct 3, 20232 min read
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Book Review: The Killer Book of Serial Killers
A review of the book "The Killer Book of Serial Killer" by Tom Philbin and Michael Philbin.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Sep 24, 20232 min read
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5 Ways To Scare Your Readers
5 Ways To Scare Your Readers: a few key elements that you can focus on that will help you write a truly suspenseful and chilling story.
Lyanna-May O'Connor
Jun 20, 20235 min read
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