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I’m a pantser. Always have been. I hear a voice, or imagine a scene, and off I go to the laptop, fingers typing furiously as I try to grab a hold of the story being woven inside my head with each new word I write. It’s terrifying and exhilarating and I figured that was the…

Two weeks ago my grandmother, or Mummy as some of her grandchildren affectionately referred to her, passed away. I was fortunate enough to attend her funeral and spend time with my extended family. Since then I can’t help but ponder on how my mummy’s life, her work, her legacy, helped lead me to where I…

Let’s go back. WAY BACK. Like 2007 way back when Baby Writer Prerna was born. For years I’d created stories in my head, I even attempted to write a novel during my freshman year in college with disastrous results. But 2007 is significant because that’s when I discovered that most writers suck when they start.…

I got my letter a couple of weeks ago. I didn’t know what to expect, but I did know that I would have to have a game plan for when I did get it. My initial reaction the letter went a little like this: Shock: They’re kidding right? Like, they don’t expect me to actually…

I have a website! It’s official. I’m an author. Okay, kind of joking. I’m still working out the kinks, figuring out what I want it to look like and what not, so be patient because it probably won’t look the same the next time you visit. It’s both fun and frustrating learning how to set…