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[Samhain post] Altar cleaned.
Oct. 30th, 2019 05:06 pmAltar cleaned.
Candles lit.
Now it feels like Samhain.
Candles lit.
Now it feels like Samhain.
Update: surgery went well.
Oct. 15th, 2019 10:25 amSurgery went fine! I came out of GA feeling as if I had slept the best sleep in years. I was anxious though before I went into the OT, and the hospital staff were all so kind and efficient. And compassionate, offering me reassurances and keeping an eye on me all the time. The best thing was that bestie dropped by to visit and spouse was such a rock of Gibraltar.
I am probably going to take a couple of days to rest. I am starting to feel sore now, since the GA is wearing off and my body is having a “oh wait, what?!” moment.
Thank you so much for your support and – best of all – purchases of my books!
I am probably going to take a couple of days to rest. I am starting to feel sore now, since the GA is wearing off and my body is having a “oh wait, what?!” moment.
Thank you so much for your support and – best of all – purchases of my books!
Celebrated Mid-Autumn Festival.
Wrote a history book (assessment book!) for local market.
Saw my ob-gyn. Scheduled for surgery (biopsy) on Oct 14th. Wish me luck and healing.
Wrote a history book (assessment book!) for local market.
Saw my ob-gyn. Scheduled for surgery (biopsy) on Oct 14th. Wish me luck and healing.
Updates...
Jul. 13th, 2019 09:16 amI am excited and happy to get the news that Dragon Dancer is on Bank Street's List of Children's Books in 2019, for ages 5-9. Thank you Lantana Publishing!
Time truly flies.
I am working on rpgs, Book 2, and - yes - a panel (for AFCC 2019).
Plus I am participating on a twitch rpg game! Wuxia for the win. I play a swordswoman (she/they) from an orthodox sect. :D
My paid account will be expiring soon... Whee!
I am working on rpgs, Book 2, and - yes - a panel (for AFCC 2019).
Plus I am participating on a twitch rpg game! Wuxia for the win. I play a swordswoman (she/they) from an orthodox sect. :D
My paid account will be expiring soon... Whee!
Update: Finally June.
Jun. 3rd, 2019 12:12 pmAm glad that May is finally over and done with. There were some blessings and joys, but mostly flu, cough, stress and edits. Stress lowers the immune system and given, Singapore's current weather...
I finally learnt how to make bak chang without any spillage! So mum gave me a bag of 17 dumplings. SEVENTEEN.
Work-wise, stuff is picking up with contract signed to write rpg stuff. Also I might be playtesting something (also rpg). As for YA fantasy, now it's just final proof, cover art and marketing. Editor ballparked the publication for January 2020. Been nerve-wracking and now I am writing book two.
Dark Claw, the urban fantasy with drakes, is now on Radish.
Also for SG folk reading this, are you keen on attending a book launch for - ahem - Starfang?
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Home-wise, I have been making more bread and enjoying the process. Gardening and knitting are extremely calming and rewarding hobbies for me.
Also did I mention I now have a teen and pre-teen? EEP!
I finally learnt how to make bak chang without any spillage! So mum gave me a bag of 17 dumplings. SEVENTEEN.
Work-wise, stuff is picking up with contract signed to write rpg stuff. Also I might be playtesting something (also rpg). As for YA fantasy, now it's just final proof, cover art and marketing. Editor ballparked the publication for January 2020. Been nerve-wracking and now I am writing book two.
Dark Claw, the urban fantasy with drakes, is now on Radish.
Also for SG folk reading this, are you keen on attending a book launch for - ahem - Starfang?
***
Home-wise, I have been making more bread and enjoying the process. Gardening and knitting are extremely calming and rewarding hobbies for me.
Also did I mention I now have a teen and pre-teen? EEP!
Happy Belated Vesak Day!
May. 21st, 2019 03:19 pmAnd I just came back from a short day trip to Batam. Seafood and shopping!
Also pay attention to this important date: 27th May 2019.
Plus Jan 2020.
Of course, book related!
Also pay attention to this important date: 27th May 2019.
Plus Jan 2020.
Of course, book related!
Happy Beltane!
Lit the candles for Beltane's Eve.
Today, I sent off my final final final edits. Guess I am a real YA fantasy author now...
Lit the candles for Beltane's Eve.
Today, I sent off my final final final edits. Guess I am a real YA fantasy author now...
*muffled screaming*
Apr. 24th, 2019 01:32 pmCannot look for support/empathy/sympathy online anymore. Gonna just scream in my head until I go mad. Basically I have zero trust in people whose sole intention seems to invalidate my feelings by downplaying them or outright gaslighting, so much so I feel like I am a fucking loon instead.
Mate, I don't trust internet friends anymore.
Mate, I don't trust internet friends anymore.
First thing:
Dragon Physician ends tomorrow (Wednesday 17th). I really feel for this little YA fantasy of mine, because it's a heart book (just like so many of my books). I really want to see it published (as a real book) and am gratified by the reception I have received on Radish. Thank you, all you 13 subscribers.
Here's the link: https://radish.app.link/2nOrEb3DaV
Second thing:
There are so many awful things happening (Notre Dame, passing of sff greats etc). All I wish for people is to be less shitty to people who are hurt. Nobody benefits from playing "I hurt more than you" games. Please be kind and empathetic to people's needs!
Third thing:
Mid-Autumn Mice art are on sale! If you love my Mice and would like to see them on tote bags, cushion covers and greeting cards: https://www.redbubble.com/people/jolantru?asc=u
Dragon Physician ends tomorrow (Wednesday 17th). I really feel for this little YA fantasy of mine, because it's a heart book (just like so many of my books). I really want to see it published (as a real book) and am gratified by the reception I have received on Radish. Thank you, all you 13 subscribers.
Here's the link: https://radish.app.link/2nOrEb3DaV
Second thing:
There are so many awful things happening (Notre Dame, passing of sff greats etc). All I wish for people is to be less shitty to people who are hurt. Nobody benefits from playing "I hurt more than you" games. Please be kind and empathetic to people's needs!
Third thing:
Mid-Autumn Mice art are on sale! If you love my Mice and would like to see them on tote bags, cushion covers and greeting cards: https://www.redbubble.com/people/jolantru?asc=u
Happy Yuan Xiao/Chap Goh Meh!
Feb. 19th, 2019 02:17 pmIt's the 15th day of the Lunar New Year celebrations and we celebrate the end of the festivities with lanterns, full moon, riddles and tang yuan.
This being yet another day with a doctor's appointment, I will celebrate later.
This being yet another day with a doctor's appointment, I will celebrate later.
Happy Lunar New Year!
Feb. 14th, 2019 12:40 pmI haven't updated the blog for a while - but happy Lunar New Year! Gung hei fatt choy!
We also celebrated Bai Tian Gong yesterday, which falls on the 9th day of the 15-day Lunar New Year festivities. Bai Tian Gong has special significance to Hokkien Chinese as it is a day of gratitude and celebrating the birthday of the Jade Emperor.
Also sent off all my edits. So, I am giving myself a semi-hiatus.
:D
Also Valentine's and Galentine's Day!
We also celebrated Bai Tian Gong yesterday, which falls on the 9th day of the 15-day Lunar New Year festivities. Bai Tian Gong has special significance to Hokkien Chinese as it is a day of gratitude and celebrating the birthday of the Jade Emperor.
Also sent off all my edits. So, I am giving myself a semi-hiatus.
:D
Also Valentine's and Galentine's Day!
Happy New Year!
Jan. 2nd, 2019 12:37 pmIt's the 2nd here and already I signed a contract. :D
Now I am waiting for the real New Year: Lunar New Year.
;)
Now I am waiting for the real New Year: Lunar New Year.
;)
Dragon Sisters is listed as one of the best dragon series on Book Riot! And Water Into Wine is a hidden gem that deserves more reads!
Thank you! You made me very happy!
Thank you! You made me very happy!
