“52 Weeks of Writing Author Journal and Planner” Review

Hello Friends!

I hope you are all doing well, and if you are working during this chaotic time I hope you guys are stay safe and I’m sending lots of positive energy your way.

I’m using my time to write as much as I possibly can, although I have other things to do, including reviews to finish up and beta reading my best friend’s project, but in the middle of everything I’m also reading every morning for at least an hour and every night as well.

Back to writing, I’m working on a paranormal romance series and I’m loving it, and the book I will be reviewing today is all about writing. So if you are a writer looking for books that can help you out, this is one of them.

“52 Weeks of Writing Author Journal and Planner“, written by Mariëlle S. Smith, is a nonfiction book, like the title says it’s a Author Journal and Planner, published on December 1st 2019 by M.S. Wordsmith.

And because of the time we are living, if you want to write your own novel and don’t know how to start, check out this book, the ebook version is currently free on Amazon, until the 20th March. And if you do end up using it, let me know your feedback.

I want to thank Rachel, at Rachel’s Random Resources, and Mariëlle S. Smith for the eCopy of this book and for allowing me to join in the fun and being a part of the blog tour with my honest review of the book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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Synopsis

Are you ready to become the writer you were always meant to be?

52 Weeks of Writing will get you cracking by making you plan, track, reflect on, and check in with your progress and goals an entire year long.

52 Weeks of Writing will help you dig deep by offering questions and writing prompts designed to unravel whatever truths about your writing you’re ready for.

52 Weeks of Writing will keep you inspired by delivering a thought-provoking writing quote every week.

• Do you struggle with setting goals that reflect your daily reality?
• Do you want to practise breaking goals down into manageable chunks?
• Would you like more insight into your writing habit(s) and figure out why you keep getting in your own way?
• And do you want to create a sustainable writing practice that honours your needs and desires as a writer?

Then the 52 Weeks of Writing: Author Journal and Planner is for you.

52 Weeks of Writing brings together every lesson Mariëlle S. Smith has learned as a writing coach and writer. Wary as she is of comparisonitis and unhealthy competition, this author journal and planner was designed to help writers develop and fine-tune a practice that works for them.

If you’re ready to get out of your own way and become the writer you’re meant to be, pick up your copy of 52 Weeks of Writing today.

Purchase Link: M.S. Wordsmith | Amazon

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Author Bio

Mariëlle S. Smith is a coach for writers and other creatives, an editor, (ghost) writer, and custom retreat organiser. In 2019, she moved to Cyprus, and island in the Mediterranean Sea, where she organises private writer’s retreats, is inspired 24/7, and feeds more stray cats than she can count.

Social Media Links – Facebook | Instagram | Youtube | Twitter

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My Review

This was not only my first book by the author, and she has a lot of other helpful books, but also the first writing help book I have read.

I didn’t do the entire 52 weeks, but I did go through the entire books and ended up using a couple of the prompts. Nevertheless, I’m going to be using this journal in the future project I start, because it was a really exciting experience.

I won’t enter in particular aspects of the book, because you should discover the tips and prompts on your own, but I have to say that it was very pretty and easy to use. To be honest I don’t know what I was expecting when I saw the title since I have seen different planners in book stores and they were basic and not fun to use at all.

Mariëlle S. Smith did a brilliant job with keeping this author journal and writing planner interesting to use. Of course, it had that feeling that I had someone on my corner encouraging me. Kind of like what I would imagine a writing coach could be in a book.

It had moment’s of hard work that are all about the writing, and then there were these moments of pause. Both sections are extremely important when we are writing, at least when I’m doing it, so I loved seeing them in this journal. Combined with the quotes, prompts and moments that allow us to reflect about our accomplishments and goals, I had not only fun but was also pumped to write.

I loved that it got me to write down my goals, because I always have them on my mind but by putting them down it makes thing as real as writing the book itself. I was really impress and I’m going to check out the other books this author has, because I’m always looking forward to learn and get better.

Overall, if you are a fellow writer and want a planner and journal that is not only pretty but also very useful, I do recommend this one. And if you don’t know how to start, this journal can definitely be the beginning.

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Giveaway

For a chance to win one of the following gifts, Enter Here.

• THREE paperback copies of the 52 Weeks of Writing Author Journal and Planner,
• TWO paperback copies of Tarot for Creatives: 21 Tarot Spreads to (Re)Connect to Your Intuition and Ignite That Creative Spark, and
• ONE coaching session.

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Don’t forget to check out all the other bloggers that given their contribute in this Blog Tour, from reviews to basic promo/spotlight posts.

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Don’t forget to comment, don’t be stranger. If you have any book recommendation you can leave a message using the form on my Contact Me page.

If you are an author or publisher and want me to do a review of a book please check out my Request Review page to learn more about the reviewing policies.

I always welcome new books to add to my list and I’m always excited to do reviews and read books. And I’m open to debate and exchange opinions, so let’s talk.

Also, if you would like to join me as a guest on my blog, check out the Guests Post page to know more and contact me so we can start planing your visit.

Love,

Jess

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Thankful Sunday: BiblioBeautyBooks

Hello Friends!

Today I wanted to come here and write this Thank You post to an amazing person, a dear friends of mine.

This Sunday it’s a Thank You to Chelsea!

Chelsea, aka BiblioBeautyBooks, a fellow bookstagrammer, blogger and writer. A lovely person that has written powerful and thought provoking books and that deserves all the love in the world.

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I first met Chelsea via her Instagram page and I immediately fell in love with her photos and words. She was a kind person that had her arms open and welcomed everyone to her DMs. And I don’t even remember exactly how we started to talk because I truly feel like I know her for years.

In her Instagram account you will found book recommendations, reviews, and writing updates of her novels. And one of the subjects that is very close to the heart for her is Mental Health, so if you need a virtual hugs and someone to talk to, or read some amazing poetry that just gives you a connection, you will find it in Chelsea and her writing.

Then of course, I got to met her by reading her books. It’s a different experience, and by reading her poems, I was able to share my thoughts and our friendship grew. I’m now finishing reading her new poetry book and will have a review very soon. Meanwhile, you can get her books here:

Unspoken Agreement | Sincerely, Me | Only Human | A Delicate Flower |When The Parachute Doesn’t Open | Allergic To Air

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Another stop you should do is on Chelsea’s blog.

There you will find the full book reviews and of course information about her books.

And speaking of books, did you know that one of her books is going to be traditionally published? No?! They you really need to check out her website and Instagram page and stay tune to all the news, and sometimes you will be able to even apply to be a Beta Reader for one of her novels.

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About Chelsea

I review for professional book publishers such as Simon and Schuster Canada  and Hachette Books. I am always looking for a new book to review.

I tend to draw to novels that draw away from love stories and more towards suspense and personal experiences shared from one person to the next. I love books that make you feel for the character and give you a sense of fulfillment when you claim their happiness as you’re own.

I am always busy with school, work and with my family but I always leave time out of my day to relax with a book and some tea. For me, it’s a form of escape from the world that I am surrounded by, where I can escape to a world where I can draw a connection to the book characters and their stories.

​- Chelsea Girard

Social Media Links – Website | Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads

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Don’t forget to comment, don’t be stranger. If you have any book recommendation you can leave a message using the form on my Contact Me page.

If you are an author or publisher and want me to do a review of a book please check out my Request Review page to learn more about the reviewing policies.

I always welcome new books to add to my list and I’m always excited to do reviews and read books. And I’m open to debate and exchange opinions, so let’s talk.

Also, if you would like to join me as a guest on my blog, check out the Guests Post page to know more and contact me so we can start planing your visit.

Love,

Jess

Thankful Sunday: Literary Critique

Hello Friends!

So I decided to start doing something special, a Thank You kind of post. A thank you to the people that have given me support through out this journey.

This Sunday it’s a Thank You to Sam!

Sam, aka Literary Critique, is a blogger, bookstagrammer, booktuber and writer. She’s my best friend on Instagram and I so wish I can visit her soon. But let’s focus on Sam…

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First of all, I met Sam thanks to Instagram, and if you use that platform you should check her out. From the amazing photos to the discussions in the posts, not only is she friendly and open to talk about books and writing, she gives amazing book recommendations and it’s always interesting to see what books she’s reading because if I have read them, we can share our options.

In her Instagram account she also does some writing update. And since I’m very curious about her book, of course I’m always looking forward to those videos and posts.

Also, let’s not forget her fur baby Kent! He’s a cutie pie. Always brings me a smile when I see him in Sam’s photos.

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Speaking of writing, let’s not forget Twitter, where Sam updates us on her writing and gives advices, share her thoughts and sometimes generate some discussion on different aspects of bookish life (readers and writers).

Another platform is her blog. Like I said, she’s a blogger, and she posts very regularly. From reviews of books, series, to writing tips, blogging about our bookish life like talking about current reads, top favorites and tags. And this is an amazing place for everyone to interact with her because of various reason:

• One, she makes many good points in her posts.
• Two, her posts have many topics and even if it’s a review of a book you haven’t read yet, you can always read it because there aren’t spoilers and when there are, she will let us all know beforehand.
  
• Three, she’s funny and you can relate to what she is say. You can connect with her, since she’s not a snob or narcissistic.
• Four, you go check out and see for yourself.

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On another note…

More recently, since the start of the year, Sam has entered the world of the Bookish community in Youtube. In her channel you can find reviews of books, bookish boxes unboxing, tags, TBR and Wraps, and let’s not forget the extra writing updates that I’m always dying for.

She did an introduction video on her channel and here it is:

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Let’s say, that I love her and she’s one of the sweetest, funniest, friendlier person I met, and that’s why I needed to start this feature with her. She deserves all the love in the world.

That been said, go check out all her social media platforms, and enjoy all she has to say. You won’t regret it!

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Don’t forget to comment, don’t be stranger. If you have any book recommendation you can leave a message using the form on my Contact Me page.

If you are an author or publisher and want me to do a review of a book please check out my Request Review page to learn more about the reviewing policies.

I always welcome new books to add to my list and I’m always excited to do reviews and read books. And I’m open to debate and exchange opinions, so let’s talk.

Also, if you would like to join me as a guest on my blog, check out the Guests Post page to know more and contact me so we can start planing your visit.

Love,

Jess

Bookish Life: Live video with Rebecca A. Bishop

Hello Friends!

Tomorrow, 17th February 2019, I will be joining the amazing author, blogger and Vegan Eco-Conscious young woman… my friend… Rebecca A. Bishop!

We will be talking about her books and my writing projects too, about our blogs, and even about gardening. We will be answering some questions too, so you can join in and ask them, or you can comment them here.

We are both very excited about this live video and we hope you can join us.

Meanwhile, go to Rebecca’s website, she has so amazing and thought provoking posts, plus you can read the first few chapters of her first book on her blog too. And that’s definitely a bonus in my mind.

Don’t forget to follow Rebecca on her social media pages:

Website | Goodreads | Instagram

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Don’t forget to comment, don’t be stranger. If you have any book recommendation you can leave a message using the form on my Contact Me page.

If you are an author and want me to do a review of your book you can go check out my Request Review page.

I always welcome new books to add to my list and I’m always excited to do reviews and read books.

And if you would like to join me as a guest on my blog, check out the Guests Post page to know more and contact me so we can start planning your visit.

Love,

Jess