Katelin Reviews Rocester Lilac Festival 2025
Published on: 26/05/2025
The Lilac festival in Rochester is one of the largest local festivals, and the promise of gorgeous lilacs in bloom has always enticed me.
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Writer Island Visits the Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival
Published on: 24/05/2025
It was not our first Writer Island meeting, but it was our first “destination conference.” At the Buffalo Cherry Blossom Festival, Kate and I enjoyed being physically present with fluffy pink blossoms and sunny blue sky, but we also talked as hard and fast as we could.
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Why You Can’t Beta Read Your Own Book (And How to Do It Anyways!)
Published on: 03/05/2025
When I talk to my friends about beta reading, sometimes one will say, “Well, I could just read my own book! Why would I hire a beta reader?” Well, with a beta reader, you’ve acquired a second set of eyes. Generally, you only have the pair in your head, and they are attached to your own brain. Your amazing brain, which created your fabulous work of fiction, is completely familiar with the story you wrote.
Thoughts on Beta Reading
Valerie and Katelin's Bookish Conversations: Our take on On Writing by Stephen King
Published on: 30/04/2025
The name Stephen King makes you think of horror, killer clowns and terrifying page turners, right? If you take the time to dig into King’s full list of books you will uncover some unexpected gems. On Writing is a mix of memoir and creative writing guide that every fiction writer should add to their to-read stack. Join us as we talk about this book......
Book Chat