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How to Manage Writing Every Day for 1,111 Amazing Days

Posted on 18/01/2022 by Hannah Steenbock

A little over three years ago, I made a promise to myself: I wanted to keep writing every day. Because I wanted to be a productive writer. You see, being an indie author means you have to keep publishing books. … Continue reading →

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My Amazing Year 2021

Posted on 31/12/2021 by Hannah Steenbock

Looking back at the year – in this case 2021 – seems to be a fashion on New Year’s Eve. And yeah, I’ll share my thoughts and accomplishments here. Have an image to illustrate my year 2021 in books. That’s … Continue reading →

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NaNoWriMo 2021 – Was it a Clear Win?

Posted on 10/12/2021 by Hannah Steenbock

It’s been ten days since the NaNoWriMo challenge ended. So let’s talk about what it did for me this year. As you can see, I did win NaNoWriMo. Yes, I did write 50,000 words in November. I even finished a … Continue reading →

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Progress Report – September 11, 2021

Posted on 11/09/2021 by Hannah Steenbock

So what have I been up to lately? What progress can I report? Writing has slowed massively. I feel worn down and ideas are slow to come. I just want to play my favorite game all day (Titan Quest, if … Continue reading →

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2 Valid Reasons for Writing in the Frantic Times of Corona Virus

Posted on 18/03/2020 by Hannah Steenbock

How can anyone be writing in the times of corona virus? Just like you, I have followed the rise of the this virus over the last few weeks.  And it’s been a scary ride. I’m German. I saw the virus … Continue reading →

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Chapter 1 – Sneak-Peek from “Goblin Invasion”

Posted on 20/02/2020 by Hannah Steenbock

So the other day, I sat down and wrote out the first chapter of my new book “Goblin Invasion”.  Meet my wizard in this sneak preview: Beginning of Chapter 1 of “Goblin Invasion” Orren stretched, arching his back and gave … Continue reading →

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Bravery Comes in All Shapes – Flash Fiction

Posted on 24/06/2019 by Hannah Steenbock

Starting the Flash of Magic posts today – I plan to write a tiny little flash fiction story every week, following writing prompts. And since I love fantasy, those tales might have a bit of magic in them. Today’s flash … Continue reading →

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Spring Thougts – a Poem

Posted on 17/04/2019 by Hannah Steenbock

Mid-April. When nature renews itself. When it steps out of winter, when it returns to growth. When it is alive again. Green. Hopeful. Spring.   Two days ago, Notre Dame burned. Tears. Shock. Grief. And. Relief. It’s not as bad … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Freedom

Posted on 10/12/2016 by Hannah Steenbock

I’m an indie author. I choose what I want to write. Sometimes, I aim for markt. Sometimes, I write for friends or fans. And sometimes, I just write for fun. This November, for NaNoWriMo, I wrote for fun. Admittedly, I … Continue reading →

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Subconscious Plotting

Posted on 17/08/2016 by Hannah Steenbock

So yesterday, I was thinking about the big, bad showdown for the last book in The Cloud Lands Saga series. When I do that for any fight, I start seeing scenes in my mind, a bit like a private movie. … Continue reading →

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