by Gemma Snow | Feb 17, 2020 | Author, Blog Challenge, Inspiration
As writers, we’re told that it’s fundamental to read as many books as possible–and it’s true. Reading is what makes us better writers. It teaches us how to tell genuine stories, what pitfalls to avoid, what makes for strong characterization and how to hold a reader’s...
by Gemma Snow | Feb 13, 2020 | Author, Friends, Humor, Inspiration
It seems like an odd thing to say – that Valentine’s Day is a family tradition, but in my family, it’s true. Growing up, I never understood how anyone could dislike a day filled with chocolate and fun, but I realize now my family celebrates the holiday quite...
by Gemma Snow | Jan 11, 2020 | Author, Blog Challenge, Inspiration, my books, Writing
An MFRW Post – and check out the other great blogs on the hop! For the quintessential bookworm, fall is a time of cozy contemplation, of spicy, orange-colored teas and sweater tights and Oxford heels and lots and lots of books. While I dreaded the start...
by Gemma Snow | Dec 3, 2019 | Author, Friends, Inspiration, my books, Writing
An MFRW Author Post – And check out the other blogs on the hop! My boyfriend and I just celebrated our sixth anniversary. Before Robbie, there was one summer boyfriend, the year before I left for college, but I long enjoyed my life as a single, independent...
by Gemma Snow | Nov 18, 2019 | Author, Friends, Inspiration
An MFRW Author Post – And check out the other blogs on the hop! My mother taught my first creative writing class And how to throw rhymes out the window How to create something from nothing How to teach writing when I do not understand how to write myself My...