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Writing Tips: The Best and Worst Writing Advice I’ve Ever Received

October 30, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

text over a piece of paper - best and worst writing advice I've ever received

My English professor sorted through a stack of books on his desk in his poorly-lit office, searching for an anthology that had a story he wanted me to read. We were meeting to discuss my creative writing, but as my time at college was coming to a close, he asked the question I looked forward to but also dreaded. “Have you thought about what you want to do after college?” I sat … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Inspiration, Work From Home, Writing, Books, & Resources Tagged With: creative writer, creativity, freelance, self-limiting beliefs, writing, writing advice, writing tips

Mom Burnout is Real, and Self Care Isn’t the Answer

October 8, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

Mom burnout

If you’ve been following my blog, or my social media accounts for any length of time this might come as a surprise. As much as I’m a proponent of self care, I don’t think its the cure all for what I hear so many moms going through, what I myself have gone through, and what we need to be talking more about: mom burnout. It’s real. It’s hard. So, so, so hard. And I want you to know, that if you’re … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family & Lifestyle, More than Mama, Parenting Tagged With: kids, life with kids, mom burnout, motherhood, parenting, self care

What I’m Reading: Add These to Your TBR List!

September 3, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

Recommended Reads

I’m a voracious reader. At any given time lately I’m reading at least three different books. What I pick up depends on my mood, but I’m often rotating between middle grade/young adult fiction, historical fiction, as well as something nonfiction -- but I’ll pick up anything that friends recommend or that catches my eye as well. Sometimes a personal development book is also thrown into the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Reviews, Writing, Books, & Resources Tagged With: books, historical fiction, nonfiction books, young adult fiction

8 Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids

August 19, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

My family and I recently got back from a two-week vacation up in northern Michigan - my happy place! It’s a trip we make often since my family owns a rental home there. While we always have a wonderful time, it’s not a quick road trip by any means: we’re looking at a minimum of 4.5 hours, and that’s if there’s no traffic… or tantrums from the kids along the way. Over the years, I've … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family & Lifestyle, Life With Kids, Travel Tagged With: life with kids, mindset, parenting, road trip, road trip with kids, tips and tricks, travel, travel with kids

A Day in the Life of a Work-at-Home Mom

June 19, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

work-from-home mom

I’ve been a full-time work-at-home mom since I had my son in January 2017. Since then I’m often asked, “how do you do it all?!” I don’t really understand the question, honestly. I’m no different than any other mom trying to juggle multiple hats. Even so, I thought I’d share a sneak peek into my work-at-home mom (WAHM) routine and life. Because routine? I thrive on it! When we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: WAHM Life, Work From Home Tagged With: day in the life, routine, wahm, work at home, work at home mom, work at home routine

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Multi-genre author. 📚BECOMING CHARLOTTE CORDAY, a YA historical fantasy coming spring 2027 from Apprentice House Press

Ohhh my goodness, my editor totally made my MONTH Ohhh my goodness, my editor totally made my MONTH when she shared why she wants to publish my Young Adult Historical Fantasy about Charlotte Corday. Pinch me! “I was immediately pulled into the magic and fantasy elements of the story. I really loved how you connected real history to the plot without it ever feeling like I was reading something overly educational or dense. I’m honestly not much of a history person, but your writing made me curious enough to want to look into some of the historical elements more after I finished reading. I also grew up loving fantasy and magic-focused stories like Harry Potter and Percy Jackson & the Olympians, so that part really resonated with me.”#AuthorsOfInstagram #HistoricalFantasy #WritingCommunity #TimeTravel @apprenticehousepress
And I’ll have you know, I still blast my punk ro And I’ll have you know, I still blast my punk rock in the school pickup line. #Millennial #AuthorsOfInstagram #BeYourWeirdSelf #AmEditing
I spy something new I’ve created 🧐😉 If yo I spy something new I’ve created 🧐😉If you want to see it firsthand, hop on by the Wheaton Library Local Author Fest on 4/25 between 1 and 4pm!Otherwise, you’ll have to wait until next week for the full reveal 😊#WritingLife #PictureBook #AuthorsOfInstagram
I made a big change… because this account is abo I made a big change… because this account is about a whole lot more than my blog. It’s a place to celebrate my writing journey, share more about my creative life, and more. Stay tuned… there’s so much more to come! #WritingLife #MomLife #AuthorsOfInstagram
Someone told me they thought journaling was a wast Someone told me they thought journaling was a waste of time… that they weren’t into “navel gazing.” That it didn’t seem “productive.”But, take it from me, someone who has kept a journal for more than 3 decades. Journaling doesn’t necessarily mean keeping a diary… and I’m sorry, but who decided EVERYTHING needs to be productive all the time?!There can be a lot of beauty in slowing down.I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for a slower pace of life. A kinder life. A more gentle life.Journaling is a safe space, one that we can reflect, think, and grow.For me, it’s also become a place not for story endings, but beginnings.What story do you dream of telling? Do you use a journal to start working on your story? Or what does your creative process look like?#Journaling #AmWriting #MomLife #TheStoriesWeTellOurselves
What do you do when you have “too many” ideas? What do you do when you have “too many” ideas? You start where you are, and give yourself permission to begin.#FridayPoetry
When I learned that “Shift” was being marketed When I learned that “Shift” was being marketed to fans of Hunger Games, I knew I had to read it. While the book’s structure was different than what I’m used to from YA books (with some exposition up front), the concept and storytelling had me hooked:Shapeshifters stereotyped as criminalsPolitical intrigue and shady government dealingsThe main character Sybil trying to figure out who she is in a world that just didn’t seem to accept her “kind”Challenging family dynamics… especially with her brother ArtNot knowing who to trust or believeBonus: Lee’s world-building was super impressive, blending real-world elements like the beautiful Appalachian Mountains and DC with a land divided over magic and what should be done about the Shifters.I look forward to reading the sequel!Thanks for sharing an advanced copy with me @jpleeauthor! #BookReview #YAReads #AdvanceReview #FantasyBook
Do you ever create simply for the sake of creating Do you ever create simply for the sake of creating? To enjoy the process?In my attempts to spend less time on social media , I’ve been doodling and coloring with no specific plans… just to unwind and relax without a screen. It feels like a mediation of sorts.#Creativity #MomLife #ColoringForAdults
Save the date! April 25th I’ll be at a local aut Save the date! April 25th I’ll be at a local authors fest in Wheaton signing my Etta Betta and the Beast books! There might also be a sneak peek of something new 🧐💖#KidLit #AuthorEvent #WritingLife
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