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Capitol Rookie: Step Into the Story Before It’s Too Late!
With the second half beginning next week, the stakes are rising as Alex is teetering on the edge of truth. Now’s your chance to dive into the serial…
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Why Literary Fiction Frustrates Me (But I Keep Coming Back)
Award-winning novels leave me exhausted—preachy, pretentious, and predictable. Yet, I still chase the one that will change my mind. Maybe this is the…
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A Cinematic and Cultural Spotlight focused on Sacramento
From indie films to MLB detours, Sacramento embraces nostalgia, identity, and its evolving trajectory.
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Special Edition: Lose Yourself is now available on Audible
You can earn yourself a promo code to hear it for free!
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Pretzel Bites: The Rise of Spy Shows in the Streaming Era
As streaming platforms dominate, spy dramas with their intrigue, high stakes, and cliffhangers have become my new favorite, offering a thrilling escape…
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Pretzel Bites: Expanding my experience
DEI may be a dirty word for some, but my worldview grows when I lean into curiosity.
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Pretzel Bites: Top podcasts to enhance the craft
This month's Extra Mustard looks at some resources I've used to enhance my craft and begin my "level up" in the authorpreneur space.
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Who is Alex Shelby?
The character who has demanded my attention for five years and counting.
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Extra Mustard: Holiday Movie Guide
Tis the season for curling up on a couch and watching movies.
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Extra Mustard: I love Murder-Mystery
But when I think about it, how f-ed up is that?
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There are no winners here
The A's end an era in Oakland and the fans are left behind.
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Extra Mustard: Back to School
Lamenting the Empty Nest
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