It's Thanksgiving here in the United States. Given the nation's history, today is a complicated holiday, and given my own life and ancestry, I have complicated feelings toward celebrating today. However, this will be a post of gratitude and reflections. I am thankful I am thankful for my loving wife and for my found family. … Continue reading Writing Thanksgiving
Life
Writing with ADHD: The Struggle
I've debated writing this post for some time, as I'm really not sure how to say what I'm about to say. I don't deny that I have ADHD. I was diagnosed later in life (after defending my dissertation), but my pediatrician wanted me diagnosed when I was seven. My father believed I just needed "more … Continue reading Writing with ADHD: The Struggle
Writing (with) Cats
My posts tend to focus on writing, books, stories, etc., but I think today, I'll do something a little more personal. If you follow me on any of my social media accounts, you will find that I spend most of my time there sharing photos of my cats. My cats are my babies, and they … Continue reading Writing (with) Cats
Imposter Syndrome
With Liam's Doom being released for sale in just over two weeks, everyone has been asking me if I'm excited for the launch of my first novel. They want to hear that I'm ecstatic and overjoyed, excited at the possibilities that come from starting a creative endeavor like writing a novel. And, I am excited, … Continue reading Imposter Syndrome
Robin Schadel, Author 