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The Crucified Life: A Review
The Crucified Life is a book by the prolific Christian pastor and author, A.W. Tozer. Tozer was known for his passion and fervor for God....

Chyina Powell
Apr 7, 20231 min read


Babel: A Review
I really wanted to post this earlier but due to my full support of the HarperCollins Union Strike opted not to as Kuang's novel is with...

Chyina Powell
Mar 17, 20232 min read


Gamifying Writing & Reaching Your Goals!
Every writer has their own struggles with reaching goals. And it can be for a number of reasons, whether you don't have the time, feel...

Chyina Powell
Mar 10, 20234 min read


The Cartographers: A Review
This novel by Peng Shepherd takes place today and tells the story of Nell, a woman who loves maps. But when she discovers that the map...

Chyina Powell
Mar 3, 20232 min read


Just Like Mother: A Review
Just Like Mother is a debut horror novel by Anne Heltzel that I received freely in exchange for an honest review. Cults aren't something...

Chyina Powell
Feb 17, 20232 min read


The Picture Bride: A Review
This book was received as an Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for an honest review. Stars: 5/5 The Picture Bride by Lee Geum-yi is a book...

Chyina Powell
Feb 3, 20232 min read


Fervent: A Review
Unlike the majority of the book reviews you have seen on my blog, this is a review for a nonfiction title. A Christian book by author and...

Chyina Powell
Jan 20, 20232 min read


Let's Talk Resources: Plottr
So, you have decided to write a book? That's great! In fact, it's marvelous because your story deserves to be told and the world needs to...

Chyina Powell
Nov 11, 20224 min read


Book Eaters: A Review
5/5 Stars The Book Eaters is a novel that takes us across time in a way that lets us see the character's growth and shift from innocence...

Chyina Powell
Oct 1, 20222 min read


The Monster of Elendhaven: A Review
Stars: 4/5 The Monster of Elendhaven by Jennifer Giesbrecht is a violent and altogether intriguing novel. It's one where that leaves you...

Chyina Powell
Sep 14, 20222 min read


What To Expect When Working With Powell Editorial
When you are a first-time author seeking out an editor, it may be hard to find one that is right for you. That is why I strive to be open...

Chyina Powell
Jul 5, 20222 min read


My Credentials
Everyone wants to make sure that they are working with a trustworthy and capable individual. That's understandable. You will find my...

Chyina Powell
Jul 5, 20222 min read


Beta Reader Checklist!
Writers need beta readers. Why? Because beta readers catch the little plot holes and errors we may miss, they humble us and often, their...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20213 min read


Writing, Even When You Don't Feel Like It
A lot of people will tell you that you're supposed to write every day or write a certain amount of words per day or write even when you...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20212 min read


And They're Off!
Hello members of my bookish family. As you may know if you follow me on social media, I decided to self-publish for the first time....

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20212 min read


Is Self Publishing Right For You?
Should You Self-Publish?

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20214 min read


STOP! What does that word mean?
How many times have you been reading and got caught up in a phrase of words that made no sense to you? Or a word that looked like it was...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20212 min read


The Good Kill: A Book Review
The Good Kill is a novel by Kurt Brindley, one of a series that Kurt so graciously asked me to read and review. I apologize once more to...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20213 min read


The Emperor’s Edge: A Book Review
Hello folks! How are you? Can you believe the year is almost over? I can’t. But anywho, let’s get to the books! So, in an attempt to try...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20213 min read


How Reading Your Work Out Loud Can Save Your Novel
As NaNoWriMo approaches, I want the next couple of posts to be about how to enhance the writing process and make your story more...

Chyina Powell
Sep 28, 20215 min read
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