I'M BACK...Ish

[@SynsBookNook]

Taking a break when needed is good. Gotta take care of oneself, good to see you back! Love your eye makeup, the colors are fantastic. ☺️📚

[@yasmined3921]

Pp

[@LiselleSambury]

So glad that your break helped you out so much and so excited about all these adult thriller ideas! 💜

[@gwynnathawinna]

"That sounds like a lot of paperwork. Are you sure you don't wanna... write another book?" GIRL. I felt that in my SOUL. So glad you're back and glad you took the time to prioritize your healing.

[@AlexaDonne]

tfw you'd rather write an 90K book than fill out and mail a form.

[@gwynnathawinna]

@@AlexaDonne every day, every email, on God 😂😂

[@EmilySkrutskie]

I'm so glad your break was restful and productive! Super excited for your forays into adult-the water is GREAT over here 😉

[@redplanet205]

A video on your writing routine would be good. How do you fit in working full-time, mentoring, visiting friends and family etc AND writing? Do you have a set time in the evening that you MUST write, or do you write randomly? I’m lucky to have 24 hours a day to write, yet I struggle to be consistent. I also have looooong breaks from writing. I’m agented too, but my debut isn’t out yet.

[@aylapantswb]

I also had a himbo cat. He trained me to be paranoid about where I throw away my dental floss and how carefully I stored my guitar strings. He would still try to eat the strings I'd just strung on the guitar but didn't get around to snipping yet. It's kind of a miracle he managed to die of old age at 17.

[@JennFaeAge]

My writing quest has improved massively (which considering how wonky my health has been is definitely good), I've actually got a book due out on May 6th. Sadly thanks to Amazon rules my publisher could only put Kindle pre-orders up for now, but the physical pre-orders will be available next Friday so it's not that much of a wait

[@thetrailerfactory5359]

:D

[@strugglingwriter7228]

Glad you're back, Alexa. I hope you are well x

[@timpancakes2011]

Couldn't click this video fast enough! I'm delighted that your break worked and you're feeling refreshed.

[@JulianGreystoke]

I was literally just thinking/ wondering about you today and here you are! I'm very excited and am adult thriller from you because I always feel like I can sense you holding back in your YA

[@JulianGreystoke]

Also that shirt is 🔥

[@megankirrmann6624]

Your shirt and eye makeup is....breath taking!!! So amazing 🤩🤩🤩!!!

[@edwardramirez9213]

Good for you.

[@alwaysjuliebooks4126]

Hi Alexa! I’m happy to hear your back! You have been my favorite KZbinr for the past three years so I am excited for more from you! I would love for you to do more writing sprints, especially as you begin a new project!

[@LianLilac]

Welcome back!..-ish. I hope things are getting better for you!

[@BonnieDragonKat]

I am write there with you. My mom died in 2020. I am just now getting to where I am getting back into writing......

[@ruthanne6729]

I’ve missed you so much! Sending so much love. I loved “The Ivies” and I’m diving into “The Stars We Steal” as soon as college finals are behind me. I’m glad you took a break from writing. It can be so healing.

[@jacquelineheronwray6782]

You are a breath of fresh air. You have made me want to write again. My Mum died shortly before the pandemic. I told myself that lockdown was the perfect opportunity to finish my book. Not one word. I abandoned it and started a new one, but no, my heart just wasn't in it. I found your videos and it was like a kick in the butt. Just what I needed and at the right time. Your tell it like it is warts and all attitude, your enthusiasm, and passion ooze from my screen and have somehow got into me.Thank you.

[@icolaaa]

I found your channel a couple weeks ago and have been bingeing your videos since then. It's good to see you back and doing well!

[@WhileMirandaWrote]

Yay, so much good news here! Excited you're back! Really anticipating the adult and YA ideas! The people are not readyyyyy. (Gotta second the huge recommendation for Olivia Worley's People to Follow. So. Freaking. Good. Truly can't wait to scream at everyone I know to read it.)

[@moonpetrie]

I am impressed with your approach to prioritizing life stuff. And I am excited about your new thriller ideas! And from one owner of a himbo cat to another, you have my sympathy. I have found things in the litter box that must have been horrific to pass, like a gift bow and a sprig of Christmas tree. As far as putting my big-girl writing pants on, I am determinedly chugging along with my MG contemporary despite all the great YA thriller ideas I keep having!

[@jonnie7891]

You look amazing!! Your makeup and that blouse look great on you. Blue is your color. Glad to have you back…ish.

[@ChelseyFuredi]

I’m so glad you’re back and have been taking care of yourself! I was thinking last night I missed your videos, so I feel like I manifested something. As for future videos, I’d love to see bts of your latest book, especially in regards to release and marketing! What kind of stuff do you do on your end leading up to the launch, what your publishing house is doing for you, differences between your publishing house experiences since the switch, etc! 🥰 Personally I’m in the last two months or so of making my graphic novel, so once I get through notes from my editors it will be a long 3 year process finally over! I think I also found your channel when I had started that, so it’s wild think it’s also been that long!

[@Bored_Barbarian]

So glad you’re back!

[@graymyles]

I just subscribed to you either yesterday or the day before, and this video was super inspiring because I think it's easy for writers to just push off your life and push through productivity, but it is super important to rest and take breaks. I binged a couple of your videos already, and I can tell I'm going to really like it here.

[@cassie_hart]

So nice seeing a new video from you! Well done on getting some big things done, and avoiding social media for the most part. Your book is fab and I loved it - not everyone is going to love every book, you're amazing regardless of that

[@ladywynzlphroom1953]

Good to see you again. I've learned so much from you & am so grateful for the lessons. Still working on my debut novel (major editing & rewrite) - an adult thriller that I may make into the first in a series. BTW, your makeup looks fab, well done.

[@blabbinglobster]

I've been thinking about you and wondering how you are doing. Good to see you again!

[@eamonntheemo6715]

Glad to hear you're back and have gained inspiration again! Sometimes a break is everything we need for being able to continue writing.

[@rowholm17]

I'm so excited to watch more reading wrap ups! I've been rewatching them lately as they're my current fave background noise. Glad you're feeling refreshed!

[@kelleyiswriting]

You seem very happy in this video!! I'm glad you're feeling better :) Looking forward to your videos and Pretty Dead Queens in the fall 🥰

[@heatherwilson9717]

I was JUST thinking today about how I missed seeing you so this was a very welcome treat. But I'm so glad to hear that you took care of yourself.

[@annemcloughlin5962]

Very reassuring that I'm not the only one who doesn't find time to de-cobweb my apartment. You motivated me. I got to doing the kitchen cleaning jobs, the ones that only need doing occasionally, but occasionally wasn't coming for me, while I listened to your chat. I am now happy that I'm not alone in these overwhelming things. I always think others must have cleaning fairies. Thank you Alexa!

[@endlessteatime4733]

Oh my god your eyeshadow and your blouse. Your makeup is always flawless but this one is on another level! I can't stop admiring how perfectly the shades match your blouse. So glad to see you back and to hear that you're in such a great place right now.

[@RoseKindred]

I'm glad to see the notification of this video. I really appreciate your advice on writing and publishing in general not to mention the way you convey it. Take any time you need to take care of you and your interests first.

[@timpancakes2011]

To answer your questions - I love lives, vlogs, and your book recaps but, honestly, I enjoy all Alexa Content! I've been doing alright. Since January, I've moved and started two new jobs so I'm busy trying to get settled. I've been watching old Survivor seasons and playing Sims to pass my free time!

[@kirtiomart]

Glad to have you back... and even happier you're finding a balance between work and rest. Extremely important in order to survive this industry and be productive.

[@lilyy21]

That blouse looks great on you!!! So glad to see you back x

[@mevia_mastropietro_author]

So happy you're back!! Congrats on your break and your accomplishments and your mentee!

[@brianleeyoung3785]

Excited to have you back and take all the time you need! When you get a chance/video idea, I would love to hear your thoughts on booking agents/Speaker's Bureau.

[@jonanamar8503]

They are some guys that love writing also. You are the best coach out there👍

[@andeeharry]

Welcome back mama, I was thinking of you yesterday, as I not seen you in a while, was wondering about you. Welcome back

[@edwardramirez9213]

Yes, I like your stuff. You also help my writing.

[@mich_writes_fiction]

You're fantastic, Alexa! I'm a first-time fiction writer, and your videos have been my constant companions since embarking on this journey. I've learned so much from them, and your willingness to impart knowledge to help aspiring writers like me is a gift. I'm so happy to see you back on KZbin, and it was a delight learning about what you've been up to as of late. Best of luck to you and all your literary endeavors!

[@marialauramalventano4014]

Welcome back, Alexa🌷💙

[@emilyproulx8744]

For news: the AP news app is free and will send you notifications when important things happen. Another plus for me is that it’s also fairly unbiased so it’s just the story.

[@3Diva]

Welcome back! I'm so glad to hear you're doing ok. It sounds like you have had SO MUCH to work through and figure out, and I'm proud of you for getting through it with a healthy mental outlook. 💕😻

[@callieconover8356]

Welcome back! Missed you and glad it sounds like the time off was healing. On your recommendation, I read the trilogy of Into Thin Air, Dark SUmmit, and the THird Pole. Amazing recommendaiton, thank you!

[@NixLaLoupe]

I'm so glad you're back to any capacity that you are back. You were definitely in my thoughts and I always hoped you were doing okay with all the stuff you were going through.

[@tyrelkuusisto9982]

So glad your back ish

[@galaxia1190]

This is off-topic but your blouse goes great with your hair! And I love your makeup!

[@kokoro_flow]

I love Alexa's style, too! This look is especially gorgeous, imo! 🌹

[@CrisM779]

Glad to see you back-ish! Getting real-life things done and taking breaks when you need them is always important. And btw, your eye makeup is gorgeous! 😍

[@CNHolmberg]

I relate so much to the writing side of your update! Hope things look up and that rewriting that chapter doesn't break your sanity. Good luck at the festival!

[@lilyd8908]

Welcome back Alexa! I’m really glad to hear you’re doing well, irl stuff is always horribly stressful. But it seems like you’re feeling hopeful for the future and that’s good to hear. Good luck at the con!!

[@marthawilley5512]

Glad your break was so beautiful and beneficial. Great to have you back.

[@The_Reading_Gardener]

This was a great video. I actually found it very inspiring. A reminder that Im not the only person struggling with “life”. And that we can tackle those things we have been putting off. I also did my taxes early!!! Coming from someone that at one point was years and years behind.

[@AlexiaM]

Any videos you put out I love but my favorite are your reading wrap ups because the way you talk about books and how they’re either good/not as good, the plots etc is so well thought out and gets me jazzed about reading 🤣

[@ronniebessling6802]

So happy to see an update video! Can’t wait for the new book in the fall

[@salimasalima595]

Glad to see you back!

[@LindsayPuckett]

So happy when this popped up on my feed! Love the purple too 😍

[@WhatDoesEvilMean]

Sidebar: Regrets are just us reflecting on an imaginary reality that never existed in which we create an entire experience wherein nothing bad happens from that alternate choice in that imagined, fictional reality. Choose remorse, not regret. :)

[@The_WriterVerse]

Wow, that is an incredible perspective. Thank you for sharing that.

[@WhatDoesEvilMean]

@@The_WriterVerse My dad used the word a lot growing up. It was exhausting. The man could’ve written 20 novels with all the imagined lives he didn’t live - all of them perfect and uncompromising in their outcomes. In none of those fictional realities was he ever hit by a bus 20 seconds after making the alternate decision. 🤣😂

[@The_WriterVerse]

@@WhatDoesEvilMean I’m glad that you have turned it all into a positive. It’s truly a great perspective. One of the truest things I’ve ever heard.

[@lolaloves6574]

Love you so much, Alexa! You truly inspire me and I appreciate you showing and sharing so much. 💕

[@danad474]

Glad you’re back! Also your eyeshadow + shirt combo is SO CUTE

[@booknerd1974]

Welcome back. We missed you!

[@bhsprinkle]

Good to hear from you again. I understand you've had a lot to deal with. A break was completely necessary. Glad to hear you're getting on the other side of things a bit. Wonderful that your writing is going to come back to where it usually is. Excited to see what comes.

[@ever7799]

So glad you're back! You always put a smile on my face with all your insightful content.

[@mom2many166]

Your colors!! Shirt, makeup and hair are on POINT!

[@mochiieekim]

Welcome back!! Happy to see you smiling 🤗

[@HeyJustMe89]

Until you mentioned knitting, I thought you said Leo swallowed 2ft of urine! 🤣Poor kitty. Great update, Alexa. Looking forward to hearing more about this adult thriller 👍

[@spokeswomanadventures4442]

Love the new bookshelf. I'm working on my first novel since your last video!

[@madeleine8515]

I've been on a social media cleanse following intensifying anxiety, uninstalled everything (I only use Instagram really, but sometimes Twitter). But still, my mental health is boosted after just 2 weeks (so is my self-esteem-funny how that happens, huh?) 10/10 won't be going back. Also, I just paused this video and backed up my entire desktop, which I haven't done since...never. lol my laptop is nearing a decade old and has this cute habit of shutting off randomly of late. :) Great to see you back, Alexa, you're glowing!

[@crystalb5068]

I'm glad you're back! That's wise that you took a break, and it was definitely needed. I'm glad it reinspired you with your writing. I look forward to hearing about your upcoming books and future content :)

[@sassyblondewriter8239]

As a fellow authortuber who has been on a hiatus for similar reasons, welcome back!

[@The_WriterVerse]

It’s great to see you. I’m glad you have that burden off your shoulders. If you need it, there are field therapists who can come to you and help you move/cull your mother’s things. They are pay by the hour and some take insurance as well. Hugs to you and this continuing transition ♥️ I value your participation in this community and also respect the space you need to take. I have a feeling this new project will be one of your most authentic ♥️

[@tnmcdanel1770]

Welcome back! Awesome update! A lot of exciting stuff 🥰

[@bigrplayer4070]

👏 You are doing so much, very inspirational. Went through the clean-up process a few years ago for my Mom with my siblings. One hint, research places you want to donate to locally and consider getting a local storage unit - depending on the amount of stuff to go through and the time you have. Also, take breaks, you are dealing with visualize triggers and "smells" (good or bad) can catch you off guard and just bring things up. Glad you took a break and it worked!

[@adrabloodstone6388]

Glad to see you back! Well husband went on vacation and decided to sprint clean and I am currently sitting outside on the back porch with a camping table and camping chair so i can write outside and enjoy nature instead of being inside all day like before. Of course its starting to warm up so some days i wont be able to be outside where it will be so hot. I dont do well over 70f in the summer.

[@ryttu3k]

Welcome back! Glad things are getting sorted out! Would love to see a video on when your genre changes on you. This story started out as a romance novella, moved to novel-length... I don't know, slice-of-life existential crisis? And just recently, after deciding it was boring me out of my MIND, it's going straight into the supernatural genre. Still has existential crises, though! So a video on basically working out what genre your story fits best and what happens when that changes would be rad!

[@MojitoVixen]

Hi Alexa, I'm a fairly new subscriber of yours but I've binge-watched soo many of your videos in the past few weeks. I can say with the utmost certainty that you've provided such a clear and insightful perspective of the writing process. It's been a delight to watch. I've been working on the same damn novel for almost a decade... Work and family have always taken priority -- especially with two kids on the autism spectrum -- but the concept for my book series has remained relatively unchanged the entire time. You could say it's been 10 years of intense outlining!! But this year I'm finally motivating myself and scheduling dedicated windows where I can sit down and get into the nitty gritty. Thank you for being a shining light for debut authors, like myself 💜

[@BeautifullyBookishBethany]

It's great seeing you back in my sub feed but glad the break was good!

[@wildnita]

It’s good to hear you say “and happy writing” again. It always puts a smile on my face 😋 I’m happy you had a good break, hope you have a good time writing your new thrillers 🥰

[@galaxia1190]

IT'S BEEN SO LOOONGGG how ya doing? I'm glad you took the break that you needed! Welcome back!

[@jynxdcoffee8498]

Happy you're back and that you and the cats are good. And as an admittedly shallow aside; the colours of that top look great on you.

[@klrp3248]

The colors of that blouse 😍 please take your time with your videos. Does anyone have any books/speakers/KZbinrs who talk about writing about children's books? Specifically, in the 7-9 year old stage and the 12-13 year old stage? Writing for children seems to be so different, but most writing tips I see are for YA and adult books

[@livforever8664]

I know that Michelle Schusterman and Lindsay Puckett both write children's books, but I haven't explored too many of their writing videos

[@klrp3248]

@@livforever8664 Thank you for replying even though you didn't have to! I will be looking them up

[@DanicaChristin]

Great to have you back! I'd love to see all the reading wrap up videos!

[@WheelieToasted]

So excited to see your face!

[@fullmetalmasify]

Glad to see that you're back to KZbin! I have been doing alright, trying to get my first YA novel through the first draft (it has been a struggle since I am trying to make the whole mystery aspect and urban fantasy work for a boarding school setting).

[@margaretrose8100]

Welcome back, you were missed! Would love to know your thoughts on Pitch Wars ending.

[@MargaretPinard]

Have fun at the LA Festival of Books--woot woot! Invigorated and enlivened with the GSD energy, I love it!

[@rebeccaphelps3351]

Slaying that blouse too.

[@merrittgates8653]

so happy you're back with some fresh creative energy!

[@floragraves5167]

Been a fan of your channel for a long while and I’m so glad you’re feeling better! I get fed up with social media often. It’s way too exhausting and anxiety inducing

[@delyseonduty]

Welcome back! ❤️

[@paneljump]

Glad you're back! If they put your panel on KZbin, can you please announce/share the link for us non-locals? 1. I find 1st page reactions very motivating. 2. Pep talks. I can always use one. 3. Slightly more advanced writing topics? 4. When talking about different methods (plot v pants, personal optimum writing output, etc), maybe include a poll so that it's a bit interactive and we can see that yes we're not the only ones who need xyz?

[@dylanwickersham5610]

Good to see you! I'm glad your break helped a bit. Not necessarily relevant, but I really like this eye look. Cheers!

[@prophetessoftroy]

I'm so thrilled that you're in a place where you're ready to be here(ish) again. I for one have missed your presence on my feed greatly. I'm glad to hear that you're in a better place overall, and I'm looking forward to what you choose to share as we push on through 2022. As an aside, your eyeshadow is amaaaaaaaziiiiiiiing! Do you mind sharing what you used for the lovely watercolor look?

[@mojop5408]

I am so Happy for You and 👏Clapping 👏 so 👏Loud 👏for you from Canada!

[@grogthegoalie6324]

You're awesome Alexa! Excited for the new stuff and glad to hear you're in a better place :)

[@ameenoahmad]

I'm glad you're back(ish)😀

[@elenalechuga3656]

I have only seven pages left to finish my book☺️it's YA fantasy so it's going to struggle in the trenches but I have been working on this WIP for four years so I might as well give it a try