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You won’t ever feel like your work is perfect.
But if you don’t release it, no one gets to feel its impact.
This one’s for the creators who are still holding back.
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A poem by R.M. Landry The Untold Journey: Love everything For you are everything From the whispers within All journeys begin Let gratitude rise And joy open your eyes Fear no shift Don't force the gift For the ordinary glows When presence flows Let your story unfold— Embrace the journey of the untold
Feeling burnt out? You're not alone.
Learn how to use intentional breaks to protect your creativity and fuel long-term output.
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That night, the house lay still.
Ana shifted under the cool cotton sheets, her hand brushing the space beside her where warmth used to be. Faint footsteps drifted from the hallway—measured, rhythmic. Joe was pacing again.
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A name isn’t just a label. It’s a spell. It shapes the atmosphere of your world before the first word of story hits the page.
Here's how I approach naming places, tech, and societies with meaning, tone, and soul: open.substack.com/pub/rmlandry...
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Authors & Writers: follow these three rules for your interviews. Your sales will thank you.
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"Alright" or "all right"?
Is there a clear answer to the debate?
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Brutal truth: Readers judge your story in seconds.
If your first chapter doesn’t grab them, they’re gone.
Learn how to hook them—and never let go.
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🚨 Everyone says “follow best practices”—but what if they’re holding you back? In this week's article, I explore why best practices aren’t always best—and how to find your own path to success.
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Social media is great for connecting with readers, but indie authors know the downside: relentless cold solicitations.
In my latest article, I share how to spot red flags, protect yourself, and build genuine connections.
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After a whirlwind of drafting and refining, I’m thrilled to share updates on Anastasium. Plus, I’m sharing some personal insights on how comparison can weaken focus and why staying true to your own path is key.
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I’ve been a little quiet lately—life (and getting sick) knocked me off track. But I’m back, refocused, and pushing hard to finish Dawn of EDeN!
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Thank you for the warning...I checked my subscription and everything is the same. I pay monthly, perhaps that makes things different. I will keep an eye on this over the next few months to ensure they don't bump my subscription.
A handwritten book on an antiquarian desk to announce my new Why I Chose to be An Independent Author blog post.
Why I chose to be an Independent Author, debuting on my new blog.
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Write Cinematic Stories!
Want your readers to feel like they’re watching your story unfold on the big screen? Thinking in scenes can transform your writing!
Read the full article now! open.substack.com/pub/rmlandry...
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The Art of Myth Direction (Prologue)
"Amid the shadows of a moonless night, four hooded figures converged atop a jagged, windswept mountaintop, fueled by the kind of optimism that only denial and selective memory could provide."
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Thanks for sharing. After reading, I still think that opening with the ominous line works and is a stronger hook right off the bat...try it on and see how you like the flow and if it supports your vision for the story.
My subjective opinion is that the intro would be more gripping if you opened with the last three lines and then went into the exposition. Just a thought, i am naive to what comes after though so take it with salt.
That's a fair assessment. I agree that 100% of stories do not fit into one bucket, and some will call for different narrative styles and techniques. I find that I try to translate into third person in my head. It's probably just my conditioning to third person narrative.
What are your thoughts on writing in the First Person Present POV? It's not my favorite but I am seeing more of it lately.
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2025 here we go...
Tomorrow the announcements drop on our publication!
Excited for you to get it!
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Want to craft characters your readers will believe in, root for, and remember?
From symbolic names to invisible backstories and asking the right questions, discover tools to make your characters unforgettable—whether you're a plotter or a pantser.
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The New Years first issue of T.L.N.!
Out with the old? Not quite. 2024 was a year of fog clearing and momentum building. In 2025, the path is clear, the goals are bold, and the vision is sharp.
What are your goals for 2025?
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I agree 100%. The guardrails are a perfect analogy! When you outline, do you tend to start with an outline or create it after some creative flow? I lean toward the latter.
Happy National Science Fiction Day!
Join the celebration of the renowned Isaac Asimov on January 2nd. What is your favorite science fiction story?
I like The Fifth Element
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Nice work! Here's to a new year 🎉