The Hate U Give
A book that needs to be read by everyone. If not just for the sake of opening your mind and changing your perspective, then for the real characters, the deep conversations, and an exciting, edge-of-your-seat climax.
— C.M.
C.M.’s Simple Rules for Romance
There’s no specific way to write a romance. There’s really no specific way to write any other genre as well, but as it is the month of Valentine’s Day, we might as well stick to the subject. While there’s no right or wrong answer to the hows, whens, and whys of your love story, there…
A Study in Character: The Phantom (AKA: Toxic Love? Um. YEAH.)
He’s charming and mysterious, but so are a number of serial killers… Whether you’re a fan of the musical, the black and white film, or the original book, you still have to admit the Phantom is not partner material.
— C.O.
Update: Community Creating
One thing I’ve recently learned since launching Nocturnal Mind is the joy I get from seeing how my work inspires others. This artwork, for instance, was created by the talented Cassie Levy–a great friend and excellent beta reader for my current work in progress. For those who are not currently beta readers (or recipients of…
The Light Between Worlds
A lonely tale for a cold, lonely winter night. Definitely not for the faint of heart, yet too beautifully apt in its depiction of sad and lonely little girls not to suggest it to everyone I meet.
— C.M.