A Cemetery Story
A childhood spent wandering cemeteries led me to think about the people we forget in stories, films, history, and even real life. Every background character is still a human being with hopes, fears, and a life as real as our own.https://albert-alarcon.com/2026/05/09/a-cemetery-story-the-lives-behind-the-gravestones/
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How My Debut Book “Wonderment Within Weirdness” Won a 4-Star Literary Titan Award
There are moments in life that do not fully register at first. Moments where you stare at a screen, reread the same sentence multiple times, and wonder if what you are seeing is actually real. For me, one of those moments came when I found out that my debut book, Wonderment Within Weirdness, had received a 4-star silver award from the Literary Titan. Now, before anyone misunderstands what I am saying, no, the Literary Titan award is not the Pulitzer Prize. It is not one of those century-old […]
Four Years Later: Connor, Silence, and the Things Addiction Leaves Behind
Before You Read: A Necessary Disclaimer I need to say something before you continue. What you’re about to read is the heaviest thing I have ever shared publicly. Not just on this blog. On any blog. On any platform. This is not a dramatic exaggeration. It is a sincere warning. I have written about difficult topics before. I have written about personal growth, loneliness, identity, frustration, politics, science, and the complexity of being human. But this piece is different. This one […]
Reflections on Being the Reverse Luna: Thoughts, Not Stories
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the ways different creators share themselves with the world, and how those methods define their work and impact. There’s a YouTuber I follow named Luna, also known as Austin, who has a very distinct approach to content. His main platform is YouTube, and his appeal comes from the way he tells stories while playing video games. The combination of gameplay and narrative makes his content engaging, but the real draw is his personal touch: his life, […]
Finding Your Voice Through Imperfect Writing
This reflection emphasizes the importance of writing beyond performance metrics, encouraging writers to embrace their words for personal expression rather than seeking validation. It advocates for incorporating rest and low-pressure exploration in writing practices. Awareness and acceptance of imperfection can enrich creativity and foster deeper connections with one's writing journey.https://dreamspacestudio.net/finding-your-voice-through-imperfect-writing/
Some stories aren’t about reinvention — they’re about rediscovery.
In My Life Now, I open up about the quiet transformations that come after the storm, the slow rebuilding, and what it really means to find peace in the in-between.
🕯️ It’s not a comeback story — it’s a becoming story.
Read the full post here: https://authorjaneeng.wordpress.com/2025/10/14/my-life-now/
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