Over the last few years, I've fallen in love with Fairytale Retellings. There's something fun about revisiting the familiar even if it's told in a new way. So, when my muse decided I should write a new Cinderella last year, I gave in. Why not have some fun with it, right?
Thus, during Nanowrimo last fall, Rendersella was born. And, as of now, I have a contract for it to be released next July!!!
I'm thrilled to share this fun story with you. It's definitely not your typical fairy tale. Mine are set in the real world and have no magic. But they have the familiar pieces like pumpkins and shoes and a Prince Charming character who is so sweet. Even an evil stepmom and stepsister.
Even better, I'm working on a couple more fairytale retellings. Fairest Inn All is started, my Snow White retelling. And someday I'll write Beauty Shop and the Beast. Characters from the first book are in the other two as well, so it's going to be a fun series if I can find enough time to get it written.
Want to know more about Rendersella?

If you remember, I set out to participate in Nanowrimo again this year for the first time in ages. Needless to say, I wasn't sure how it was going to work. After all, I hadn't found time to write much of anything this whole year. How was I going to do it during one of the busiest months?
But I had this story idea about a Cinderella re-telling in my head and it needed to get out. So, I signed up. Maybe just saying I was going to do Nanowrimo would make it happen.
And of course I upped the word count I wanted to achieve in 30 days, because I'm insane. But it's okay. Because you see that picture up above? It's part of the screen you get when you "win" Nanowrimo. I saw that screen on November 22nd. That's right. I hit 50,000 words 8 days before I had to.

Tomorrow is Halloween. Also known as Nanowrimo Eve.
Is it not also known as that in your house? Hm.
​Well, in my house, it means I'm gearing up to finally write a new story. With four books releasing this year (a blessing, yes, but a lot too), I haven't had time to finish writing anything. Not even a novella. So, I'm claiming November for myself. I will participate in Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) for the first time in several years, and I will write a new book.
​At least, that's the plan.