by Faye Arcand | May 26, 2025 | My Twisted Writer Brain…
True Story. I was pitching my brand new novel at a small literary festival several years ago, when an editor (who was presenting at the Fest) whispered in my ear… ‘be careful’. Ohhhh…. that got my attention. It was like a head-snap back to...
by Faye Arcand | May 14, 2025 | My Twisted Writer Brain…
This is a bit weird perhaps, but I keep an Ninja sticker over the camera portal of my computer. It also serves as a wonderful and whimsical reminder of who I am… Photo by Faye Arcand As a writer and creative, I keep this Ninja sticker right in front of me… you...
by Faye Arcand | May 17, 2024 | My Twisted Writer Brain…
It’s often said that writers need a thick skin in order to deal with judgment and rejection of their creative works. That thick skin is meant as a shield against the gashes sustained when work is shared. 🛡🗡 Let’s face it, the literary industry is not...
by Faye Arcand | May 10, 2024 | My Twisted Writer Brain…
One of the most asked questions I get: Where do your ideas for stories come from? What exactly is “around, everywhere and beyond.”? And what does that look like for you? Well, let’s break this down to look at some unique inspiration for your writing....
by Faye Arcand | Apr 3, 2024 | Auntie Says..., My Twisted Writer Brain…
There’s a woman on Instagram named Amy McNee who advocates openly for all creatives–find her here: InspiredToWrite — she’s wacky, she’s wonderful, and definitely a wee bit whimsical at times. She’s from the UK and posts inspiring...
by Faye Arcand | Sep 15, 2023 | My Twisted Writer Brain…
There are a lot of different genres out there. Here are what I think are the top ten. Please know that this is just from my head and not some secret top ten list… Romance Thriller Fantasy Mystery Historical Fiction Young Adult LGBTQ+ Christian Children’s...
