Jerrica

When watching a random SciShow answered a question (or rather gives you a rabbit hole to fall down that might answer a quatuon) for one of your early stage WIPs, it's a good day.

A crochet tiger lovey which looks a little too similar to Tigger of the Winnie the Pooh universe. Text reads: "woodland tiger."

Feeling great, & the motivation is continuing into Aug which is busy on the life side of things, but I'm confident I'll keep my reading, writing, editing & "videoing" on track.

Might have to add a stitch counter since the crochet bug has caught again! Look at this guy!

#Crochet

Two graphs with an overall title of Video Creation. The first is a pie graph which shows time by project with large chunks going to qs for self, revising cake, where to find and aug tbr. Slices under 10% include split tooth, wanderstop and indv shorts. The second is a bar graph showing editing versus recording for each of the projects. editing always taking about 3x and long as recording.

I thought it might be fun to track my video creation time spent. Almost everything on there is AWwW related, save for finishing Wanderstop for Chickadee content. It's cool seeing just how much time goes into the editing portion.

Two pie graphs. Th first shows words written in three sections: other 21.3%, scripts 46.3% and blog posts 32.4%. the second shows time spent outlining: 11.1% TBEH, 37.8% ZoaCS and 51.1 NHIE.

Editing hours: 90
Words written: 18 403 words
Creative words though... zero.

I was focussed on outlining bc I'm starting 3 WIPs; nothing could possibly go wrong...

(I encourage you to guess what my acronyms in words written are! lol)

#WritingCommunity

jerrica black's july 2025 wrap up graphic from story graph. It shows two books read with 925 pages total read. book covers from the troop and nostalgia sit beside stats reading average book length 353 pages and average time to finish 13 days. A line graph shows pages read per day hovering between 20 and 30 pages most days with one exceeding 75 and one day with no pages read.

jerrica black's july wrap up from story graph part two shows three pie graphs. 100% fiction, 50% each less than 300 pages and 300 to 499 pages and the final one 100% print. A bar graph shows two books in science fiction and one each on horror and thriller.

July Recap!

Had some great 🇨🇦reads with The Troop, Nostalgia and 4 short stories from Wilderness Tips. Check out my July Recap/ Aug TBR for more.

Only one day where I didn't read! and 925 is the most pages I've read in a month so far this year!

#StoryGraph #ReadingRecap

Why do I always seem to have an edition of a book that isn't on Storygraph!?

Hey, all my fellow #indieauthors!

In light of all the book banning and Library de-funding happening in the states, I've got an idea.

I'd like to start reading and requesting more indie authors through my local library in Ottawa 🇨🇦

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#library #Hoopla #Libby #overdrive #booksky #writingcommunity

This goes for our videos too! When the "revising my really old flash fiction" video drops you'll get to see and hear the quality boost!!

#BluePitHype Pre-Event for #BluePit We can hardly wait until Jan 13th to see everyone’s amazing pitches. So join use our pre-event Q&A! #BluePitHype Q&A Schedule July 8th - Introductions July 9th - Art Share July 10th - Character Interviews July 11th - Advice Share July 12th - Build Your List July 13th - #BluePit Join us starting July 8th! @bluepit.bsky.social

#BluePit is coming up fast on July 13th!

We'll be starting our pre-event Q&A #BluePitHype starting on July 8th!

We can't wait to see all your great pitches!

#WriteSky #WritingCommunity #AmQuerying #Writers #WriterSky

I've submitted to my first lit mag 🤞🤞🤞

a cartoon character pointing with the word ha-ha behind him Alt: Nelson from the Simpsons pointing amd laughing

You know how I've been saying I'm a short story writer and have no desire to write something longer? Well... I don't think this idea fits in a short story. Jokes on me I guess.

It's hard to edit your own work, but you gotta do it anyway!

#AmEditing #WritingCommunity

Did you have a catalyst moment that made you start writing?

I definitely had one for going to school, but overall, I kinda just... started writing.

#WritingCommunity

For those who want a copy, you can purchase in print or e-book on Amazon or Barnes & Nobel. Or e-book only on Hoopla, Palace Marketplace, Rakuten Kobo, Apple Books, and more. If your fave isn't listed ask and I'll let you know if it's there!

Barnes & Nobel: www.barnesandnoble.com/.../shattere...

Stacks of Shattered Reflections: By the Fire

I had every intention of taking more pics and video to share, but I ended up just enjoying myself, socializing with co-authors and guests, and of course co-emceeing!

I have a recording of the presentation portion, but before I share clips I need to double check that everyone is okay with it!

Jerrica with an open mouthed smile holding up a copy of Shattered Reflections: By the Fire.

It happened! We launched the book! I have a physical copy of a book I am an author of! It’s very cool.

A huge thanks to The Jolly Taxpayer for hosting us. They did a phenomenal job; they were very helpful and accommodating to our large, loud and active group.

This is tomorrow!

Heya, podcast and AP creators! Want to do an ad exchange? You send me a quarter page ad for The Hearth Magazine, I supply you with a 15 second audio ad or a slide you can slip into your AP pre-show/intermissions. If that sounds cool, please email (address in bio). #ttrpgsky #actualplay

An email stating the Taco Bell Quarterly has been added to the Library of Congress

Oh my God!? We've been added to the Library of Congress. A literary magazine that I make for fun in my basement as my midlife crisis has been added to the historical record, called the uh, ahem, Taco Bell Quarterly. We are the most prestigious literary magazine of all time.

The cover of Shattered Reflections next to text which reads: Book launch! Algonquin's Professional Writing Students published a shirt story anthology! Meet and greet: authors, editors, illustrators. Readings and refreshments. Join us! June 19th at noon. Jolly Taxpayer 3050 Woodroffe Ave.

Less than a week out from our book launch! 📚

Join us at The Jolly Taxpayer between 12 and 2pm on June 19th!

Enjoy readings and refreshments while meeting the students responsible for this year's anthology By the Fire: Shattered Reflections.

Five good reasons to hire an editor - Editors Canada Why should you hire an editor? Here are five reasons why an editor can be a valuable asset to your organization and vision.

Spell check isn't perfect and your hard work deserves a set of trained eyes reviewing it. A professional who has your back is one good reason to hire an editor. Here are five more: editors.ca/hire-an-edit... #HireAnEditor

a picture of a burning earth with fire coming out of it Alt: The Earth from space with a burning fire beneath and surrounding it.

That time of year again when the world is on fire

Real upset about this hazy weather.

I've been really enjoying spending part of my day outside working AND I was planning on hitting up the library today. But it just isn't worth the lung damage to go out in the smoke if I don't actually have to 😔

Text reads: Writing Prompt #1. The sun is barely visible on the horizon from a small back porch on the beach where a couple sits sipping from espresso cups. A photo of the sun setting on a beach. Text reads: What disaster strikes next? Form left to right a coffee cup with a large splash coming out of it, a lightning strike in a dark sky, a frustrated couple.

Who doesn't love a good writing prompt!?

A serene moment is about to be changed forever, will you take inspiration from the photos or run away with just the text?

I'd love to know what you come up with!

#WritingPrompts #WritingCommunity

Sometimes words just have the *vibes* of being capitalized! I too am guilty🤦‍♀️

Editors!

Are you able to read something that is similar to your clients' projects?

I just started a new novel then promptly picked up a client in the same subgenre, and it feels a little weird! Lolol

Editors!

Are you able to read something that is similar to your clients' projects?

I just started a new novel then promptly picked up a client in the same subgenre, and it feels a little weird! Lolol

When someone shared this Oxford comma post (exhibit 1) with me today, I remembered this lesson (exhibit 2) I made a while back. Choose your words and your punctuation carefully, dear reader.

#writing #advertising #englishlanguage #editing #proofreading

Text reads: Are you a small business looking to boost traffic to your website? So you want to build trust with your clientele? Keep reading!

Text reads: Why should I have a blog on my website? Firstly, it drives traffic to your site. More importantly, it provides value to your clients, in turn building connection and trust. Clients that build a relationship with you your brand are more likely to purchase you products or use your services AND are more likely to recommend you to their friends!

So, what so I write about then? Keywords. What keywords are you already using for your sire? What questions might people have about your services or products? Your blog posts should be answering peaople's most googled questions that are adjacent to your business. (and i can help>>>)

But Jerrica, I don't have time to write a bunch of blog posts! Let me help you! I offer writing services with a focus on exactly this! I'd love to work with you whether you have ideas for topics or need a littl ehelp figuring it out. I can do research or work of of you fact set. AND I can make social media posts to advertise these posts! My portfolio is available on my website along with a contact form! Or email me directly at jerricablack0@gmail.com

Calling all #SmallBusiness owners! Looking to spruce up your website? Not sure if a blog is right for you? Or maybe you're considering starting a blog but aren't sure where to begin? Look no further than jerricablack.com! I look forward to working with you 😀
#WritingServices #FreelanceWriter

I forgot to share the fit!!! Library #OOTD

Tomorrow I'm planning on heading to the library to get some "away from home" work done, because sometimes you just need a new atmosphere.

Do I dress like a comfy college kid or fun-loving professional?

(Either way stay tuned for a OOTD post :p)