

Character Descriptions
I have a friend (Hi Tara!) ask me recently about writing character descriptions. Specifically: How do you describe people without it...


Fan Interaction
I swear I'm not trying to write whole essays with these things. I know there have been some long-winded ones in the past couple of weeks,...


Bestseller Formula
A number of trends I've noticed in bestsellers over the past decade ... or two.


The Work of World Building
In the year 2024, I heard the term 'romantasy' for the first time, and I personally love it. As someone that picked up (and kept with)...
Website Changes
The website for Hollow Ryan will see major changes in the coming months.


It's Been A While
Well, it's been over a year since I last posted on this. To be honest, too much has happened. So if you're ready for a full update, buckle up and settle in for the rambling. First of all, I finally moved in with my boyfriend after 12 years together! The catalyst for this? My sister stole my mother and moved her to the desert. (Context: my mother and I have lived together my whole life, and we grew to be financially dependent on one another due to our low income statuses. My


Demon Kin: The Queen Release
Demon Kin: The Queen is now available for purchase.


NEW BOOK RELEASE COMING!
Demon Kin: The Queen will finally be available on October 17, 2023.


PMC Spoilery Things Pt. 3
It's time for the heavy. When I first wrote Valerian, it was back in a world where 'content warning' didn't exist and we casually rated...


Near-Fails & Weird Victories
So, it's December now. The month of Sims, shopping, Secret Santa, and regaining some sanity. Fortunately, all of my Christmas shopping is...












