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Oops, Daisies, and Dreams: Interview with Author J.P. Lee

February 19, 2026 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

J.P. Lee isn’t shy about sharing her journey to publication. With her debut novel set for release in the spring of 2026, she has opened the curtains to her writing process and sneak peeks about her YA Fantasy, Shift, over on her Instagram. But she didn’t always talk publicly about her writing. While she’s always enjoyed reading and writing, J.P. long treated it like a hobby. After her son … [Read more...]

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My 10 Favorite Books From the 59 I Read in 2025

January 1, 2026 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

Favorite Books of 2025

I almost hit my Goodreads reading challenge in 2025: 60 books read in 2025! (I was only one shy, and I blame the fact that I typically read two to three books at a time). Even so, as usual, I read a huge variety of books, from middle-grade fiction with my kids to lengthy fantasy books based on incredible worlds.  So, out of these 59, which were my favorites? Keep reading for a round-up and why … [Read more...]

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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...]

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Did I create a “random side projects” folder t Did I create a “random side projects” folder today? Yes, yes I did. I probably won’t share most of what ends up here… but you never know! #MyPlayground #WritingLife #MomLife
The Summer Writing Workshop kicks off tomorrow and The Summer Writing Workshop kicks off tomorrow and I’d love to see you there! A few spots are left that include the free 3-chapter critique. If you’re ready to start writing that story that’s been living in your head for far too long, this one is for you. Link in bio!#TellYourStories #WritingWorkshop #SummerFun
I have some thoughts about why it’s so important I have some thoughts about why it’s so important to give yourself permission to write… And some spots (with free chapter critiques!) are still  available for my summer writing workshop that starts Wednesday. #PermissionToWrite #Storytelling #PepTalk #WritingLife
I’m knee deep in edits this week! (And for the r I’m knee deep in edits this week! (And for the rest of the month, to be honest). What are your writing goals? Shout them out and let’s hold each other accountable! #AmEditing #AuthorsOfInsta #AuthorLife
If you write… you’re a writer, no matter what If you write… you’re a writer, no matter what the “rules” of writing say. That said, you do need to get your butt in the chair every once in a while to write. My Summer Writing Momentum workshop series starts on Wednesday! Register via my bio. #YouAreAWriter #WritingWorkshop #SummerWriting
I can’t remember the last time I gave myself per I can’t remember the last time I gave myself permission to draw and color and create for HOURS. But I did today, and it was just the reset I needed. #SundayMood #Art #AmDrawing #AuthorsOfInsta
I’ve been thinking a lot about ‘creative seaso I’ve been thinking a lot about ‘creative seasons’ lately, and how creativity ebbs and flows just like so much of life... and sometimes we have to be OK with the fact that not every idea (or seed) belongs to us. But you have to keep planting anyway, because you never know what will blossom. #CreativeLife #SummerWriting #AmWriting
Is it even possible to write in summer?! I nearly Is it even possible to write in summer?! I nearly missed writing/sharing my weekly Substack post this week because SUMMER. So I decided to mix things up and go live…I talk about prewriting and how prewriting can be something we as writers do when life seems too hectic. And as usual, I throw a pep talk in there too. Full video over on Substack! #PepTalk #WritingLife #SummerLiving
One day she’ll understand. 🤣🥳 #MomLife #S One day she’ll understand. 🤣🥳#MomLife #SummerLiving
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