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⋆ ˚｡ writing + illustrations + vlogs
⋆ ˚｡ the 'lord' of my historical fantasy:
ׁ⠂ ˙ׅ ׁ ׁ⠂ ℂ𝕠𝕦𝕣𝕒𝕘𝕖 &̲ 𝔸𝕞𝕓𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟 ׁ⠂ ˙ׅ ׁ ׁ

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Stay tuned for a birthday gîveäwäy next week! Two years of learning and growing together, and more to come bby 🥳

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‘Ello! I’m Rachael. 🌙🔮🥳

I’m an author who’s currently drafting a fantasy novel that’s Pirates of the Caribbean meets Frankenstein but with magic and bound gods 🏴‍☠️🗡️🌊🩸

Yall come on back now ya hear 🤠

🏷️ #authorscommunity #author #authorlife #authorssupportingauthors #authorsofig

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I had an absolute blast hosting a Secret Santa with my friends, all fellow author-illustrators! This is the art we made for each other, all featuring characters from our books! ❄️📚 Credits in order:
1. Art by @wuvvlyluv of @cronos_chronicles ‘s character Mother Nature, AKA Cara from Cronos Chronicles 💙
2. Art by @lordcanda of my character Vindiorix from the sequel to The Rooted and the Winged 👑
3. Art by @cronos_chronicles of @4pocalypsearts ‘s character Jayren from Inheriting Armageddon 🪽
4. Art by me of @scarab_and_quill ‘s character Aybek from Prince Aybek and the Golden Khopesh ✨
5. Art by @4pocalypsearts of @lordcanda ‘s character Li Si from Courage and Ambition 🤍
6. Art by @scarab_and_quill of @wuvvlyluv ‘s character Rinit from A Fire and Flame so Fierce 🔥
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#fantasyart #bookstagram #bookishart #characterart #illustratorsoninstagram

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Follow and support these lovely creatives! ⬇️

@authorjesslayne is a romantasy author, born and raised on Long Island, NY, which is integral to the plot (aka her personality). She is currently drafting book 3 of her debut trilogy!

@lsbwrites is currently in the querying trenches and is working on her next novel (a rivals-to-lovers fantasy)!

@meg.writes.books is a university student studying English cause she wanted to read and write for a living.

@writermaddineuenswander is a fantastic author juggling motherhood, disability, and an overactive imagination. She also writes under @maddi_wander

@lordcanda is an author and illustrator developing her historical fantasy series, “Courage & Ambition,” following two witches from the canals of Venice to the imperial halls of China to stop the world’s tearing - and you can follow the full notion storyboard tutorial on her YouTube!

🏷️ #authorssupportingauthors #authorlife #bookish #bookishlife #amwritingfantasy #romantasy #romantasybooks #romantasybookstagram #fantasybooks #authorsofinstagram #writersblock #writingtips #writinginspiration #collab #collaboration #booksbooksbooks #authorcommunity #authorgram #authorgoals #savethecat #plotting #authorsofig

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The full spread of the stunning character art + some of my favorite details & closeups 🥺

I present to you, Theos and his beautiful werewolf mate, Haera. So happy that you guys finally get to meet my babies. 🩷🥺🤍🪐🦋✨

This artwork was done by the beautiful, amazing, talented @lordcanda, and it’s everything I’ve ever wanted for my two babies.

BOOK: Until I Have Healed You by Azalea Valaine 🩷
AVAILABLE ON KINDLE UNLIMITED + PAPERBACK 🦋
Link in Bio to READ! 🔗

#bookstagram #darkfantasyromance #darkfantasy #azaleavalaine #untilihavehealedyou #explore #explorepage

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The moment we’ve all been waiting for. I present to you, Theos and his beautiful werewolf mate, Haera. So happy that you guys finally get to meet my babies. 🩷🥺🤍🪐🦋✨

This artwork was done by the beautiful, amazing, talented @lordcanda, and it’s everything I’ve ever wanted for my two babies.

This art is from my favorite scene in UNTIL I HAVE HEALED YOU, where Haera & Theos are on their way to the ball Kheos throws in their honor. They share a tender moment in the hallway, foreheads pressed together, tears in both their eyes and it’s just so beautiful.

📕- Until I Have Healed You by Azalea Valaine
🗓️- Releasing Nov 22, 2024

Add it to your ‘Want To Read’ on Goodreads! 🌱
Preorder to get it in your Kindle on Release Day! ⚡️
Link in Bio to do both! 🔗

𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗟 𝗜 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗗 𝗬𝗢𝗨 is my debut Romantasy novel coming Nov. 22, 2024; the love story of an orphaned rogue werewolf mated to the immortal god that created the universe.

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Earlier this week, I posted on my story asking fellow authors to chime in with their thought process behind sharing details about their novel.

I’m talkin’ book title, character names/attitudes/descriptions, plot details, world building, etc.

I got a variety of responses from some amazing writers, each in a different stage of their project, and spanning several genres, which I loved!

It’s always comforting to be reminded that there’s not necessarily a “right” or “wrong” way to be in this industry and promote your story.

What works for somebody else might not be the best answer for you, but I’m of the mind that it never hurts to hear a wide range of opinions to gather inspiration from & help to make a decision that suits you.

If you’re a writer, do you relate with any of these? Or do you feel entirely differently?

If you’re a reader, how much do you like knowing about a story beforehand, vs discovering for yourself as you read?

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HEY! I’m Rachael, and I made this page to hold myself accountable as I document finishing the 1st draft of my 🌶️spicy🌶️ romantasy novel by the end of 2024!

I’m looking for a community of uplifting, supportive people who love reading &/or writing. If that’s you, follow to be a part of the fun🥳

And if you’re the social type, message me & introduce yourself! I’d love to get to know ya✨

🗝️ authors, writers, first draft, romantasy, fantasy, plotting, books, writing, wip, writing tips

#aspiringauthor #noveltime #writergram #firstdraft #romantasy #authorssupportingauthors

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Did you know that in Mandarin “Li Si” is the equivalent of “Jane Doe”? Gives her a pretty spooky feel, doesn’t it 👻 Many thanks to @lordcanda for letting me draw their amazing character!

Li Si copyright @lordcanda

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#process #inking #procreate #processvideo #drawing #comissionart

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Li Si copyright @lordcanda

Super Like Raffle Commission complete! Many thanks to @lordcanda for entering, and having such a cool cast of characters to choose from!

I chose Li Si because I couldn’t get over how cool her fingernail guards were, and when I learned she also wears a weimao (veiled hat) I was sold! There’s just something so fun about drawing veils~

Give @lordcanda a follow to learn more about Li Si and the story they’re developing, Courage and Ambition!

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#commission #superlike #rafflewinner #webcomicartist #comicbookart #webtoons #comicbookartist #mangaart #tapascomics #bd #webtooncanvas #webtoonartist #artistsofinstagram #ocdrawing #weimao #chinesefashion #historicalfashion #fingernailguards #chineseclothing #courageandambition #lisi

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