C. E. Stokes

she/her. An artist trying to break into writing. Author of paranormal/horror short stories that have appeared in several magazines and anthologies.

[C. E. Stokes @cestokes314]

Vacation is over. I’ll miss typing while listening to the ocean. Now back to typing while listening to the birds and the woods. A change in scenery was great for cracking ahead on my WIP.

I’d better enjoy it before heading back to my day job on Monday.

#writerslife #writers

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My novel Regaining Faith has been accepted by @OffBeatReads I’m over the moon about seeing my Urban Fantasy novel ‘Regaining Faith’ in print!

There’s still a long road ahead, but I’m excited to start this journey.

#publishing #writerscommunity #writerslife #urbanfantasy #books

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Another rejection. I know I’ve just started this process, but it isn’t easy to read rejections.

#querying #writerslife

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I feel like I’m drowning. All I’ve been doing is researching synopsis and query letters to make my submission packets as professional as possible. This is harder than writing the book!

#writerslife #querying #writers #frustrating

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I received my first rejection yesterday! I knew it was coming, but it still stings. Oh well, time to try again!

#querying #writerlife #writing

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Writers block comes in all forms. This is my current block. I need the notes Icky has decided to sleep on.

#writersblock #writing #cats

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Spending 3 days working the coin show didn’t leave much time for writing. Today I’m making up for lost time and diving into my latest short story!

#shortstory #writers #writerlife

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Today is all about writing a synopsis. For some reason, this feels more challenging then writing the book! #writers #writerslife #querying

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After working on my novel for over 7 years, three rounds through critique partners, beta readers, blood and sweat-it’s time to through my hat in the ring. I sent my first query letter today.

Smoke ‘em if you got ‘em

#querying #writers #writerslife #stomachaches

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There’s something thrilling about starting a new short story. I love peeking into a different world. It’s been a while since I’ve written one! #shortstories #writing #writerslife

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I inherited a complete works of Charles Dickens from a family member years ago. Tonight I realized the owner really enjoyed his works. Most of the books have artifacts connected with each work. It’s cool to see what treasures each volume holds. #history #books #reading #classics

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@Sonia_artx Not going to lie, I’d start humming and braiding. I’d creep her out of my personal space.

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@klhicks912 TBD….

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@heyMAKWA It’s hard because they’re always so damn cute

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Found a quilted heart on a walk through the woods. No idea what this is, but I’m intrigued. Is it like #geocaching? If so, sign me up! #IFAQH #lakegrubb #walkinthewoods

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My mental state today. #mood #hijab

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Just received a new ARC #MomentsNetweenDreams in the mail! I can’t wait to get started. Thanks @GreenleafBookGr a@d @WriteEdit4U

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this ornament had resident. A tiny plastic fairy was shoved in years ago. My 16year old said she’d shoved her when she was ten. My husband was sad I extracted the fairy. I put her back in because that’s her home. How was I the only one who didn’t know? #teenagers #Christmas

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@shondralive Original NES, shortly after it came out. I’m old.

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@monicazahariev Nope, but I’m 5’10 in bare feet.