It all began in 2020 — I recall — that was ages ago. And yes, I am using em-dashes. I've used em-dashes before there was AI, and internet and even computers. Yes, I'm old. After my writing defeat, I figured I would never get published again. It seemed that way for a long time until I finished Tinderbox after five years.

My second favorite animated television program. The first being the original Jonny Quest. Yes, I'm old. I binge-watched and edited my WIP simultaneously. Who remembers this magnificent show? It was a fantasy writer's dream and inspiration. It represented the inaugural original creation Hanna-Barbera ever developed. It's on Tubi and Amazon Prime: Live TV. Unfortunately, certain problems kept it from being completed.

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I just watched a movie that was the most disgusting thing I've seen in... forever. Seriously, this made the Alien franchise look like a child's cartoon. Here's my Rotten Tomatoes review: ★ This movie has received accolades from all over and I have no idea why. Was this just a money grab for Demi Moore? It was difficult to watch and I brought up another browser to hide some of the more grotesque scenes.

Let's start with this: Matthew 24:36 reads, "But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only". In this verse, Jesus states that only the Father in heaven knows the exact day and hour of his return. This concept emphasizes the importance for believers to be constantly prepared and watchful, as the timing is a mystery known only to God. 

After five years together, I’ve parted ways with my literary agent, Anne Tibbets of the Donald Maass Agency. This was a mutual and amicable decision, made with respect and appreciation. We’re simply heading in different creative directions. I’m deeply grateful to Anne for her support and the opportunity she gave me—especially helping bring Tales from the Riven Isles into the world.

I just realized I haven't posted here since May. Not that anyone is reading this. OK, Wendy, stop wallowing. You may have heard that I completed Steelbound! The fourth and final book in my Tales from the Riven Isles series! Initially, starting this project challenged me, and I doubted my ability to complete it. I succeeded, and despite feeling a bit bummed, I am ecstatic.

Stories that burn bright—where fierce women rise and the world trembles. Click to read Heroines & Havoc, by Author W.A. Simpson, a Substack publication. Launched a few seconds ago.

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At Atelier Devauchelle, artisans repair damaged books, some of them hundreds of years old.

Loretta Swit led a decades-long celebrated acting career where she advocated for animal rights. The actress passed away on May 30 at her home in New York City.