H.L.M. Garrison – Failing better at writing, one try at a time

Invitation to Feast

When Hannah finally found God, he was sitting outside his pub in Chelsea, whistling “Hello” by Lionel Ritchie and peeling onions.

November 24, 2022
Indie Spotlight: An Unexpected Escapade (Myth Coast Adventures Book 2)

I loved the uniqueness of Ruby’s voice. She really feels fleshed out, vibrant, and her own person. I love that she’s written in a very emotionally honest way that also feels appropriate for an 11-year old.

April 8, 2019
Editing Tips: Making the Most of Your Hard Copy Review

I get a bit too attached to my work, so I need to force a degree of separation between myself and what I’m writing. Reviewing a hard copy does this for me.

April 3, 2019
Dealing with Failure

Having a plan, any plan, makes the situation feel less hopeless, more manageable, and is a good reminder that my journey as a writer is not over because of one rejection.

March 27, 2019
Life Updates: Writing Workshops, My Latest Reads, and Footfall

Hello all! I know it’s been a long time since I’ve posted anything. *Looks shamefully at feet* So, I’m sorry about that. March and February, unfortunately, are the busiest months of the year at my day job, which means I’m off my normal routine and don’t have much free time in my schedule. However, excuses […]

March 19, 2019
Indie Spotlight: Interview with Author Jenna Zark

It wasn’t so much that I decided to write a middle grade book as that the story decided it for me. I like writing about tweens because they are just coming into their own as people…

February 19, 2019
Indie Spotlight: Fool’s Errand (Book 2 in Beat Street Series)

While I fully admit I was uncomfortable with the central plot, I don’t think just because something makes you uncomfortable it should be avoided… it was a well written, gripping adventure and I read through it quickly, wanting to know what would happen to Ruby.

February 12, 2019
Indie Spotlight: The Beat on Ruby’s Street (Beat Street Series Book 1)

I loved the uniqueness of Ruby’s voice. She really feels fleshed out, vibrant, and her own person. I love that she’s written in a very emotionally honest way that also feels appropriate for an 11-year old.

February 5, 2019
Rest and Be Thankful: Meditations on A Trip to Scotland

It’s all a matter of perspective. It’s good to be excited about what comes next, important even, but it’s also good to rest and be thankful for what I have, because often times it’s so much more than I think.

January 29, 2019
My Top 5 Reads of 2018

Here is a list of my five favorite reads from 2018.

December 31, 2018