A writing update -

They focus so much on a road already made because they can’t or won’t focus on themselves due to insecurity, unhappiness, and lack of courage. But you? You were made to lead and not follow. Don’t let anyone erase you because of what they lack. (2/2)

#writer #courage #leader #voice #path

Today is International Women’s Day. Women STILL have to fight for equal rights and the right to have their voice heard. We MUST speak up even when told “you’re not allowed to complain, just vent to your husband like I do.” Your voice is your weapon. Now go use it.

#writer #women #voice #choice

It becomes good not when it satisfies some arbitrary criteria; but when you allow the flaws and glimmers to make a unique connection and explode in a way that’s meant for them.

#writing #writer #write #writingcommunity #author #dream

So I encourage you to read, see a play, go to an art museum to appreciate the biggest risks that are being taken. (3/3)

This is how you pursue your dreams. Bit by tiny little bit. Not wanting to be average or follow the crowd. Because when you follow, you get lost. Don’t stay in your lane, go actually create it.

#writing #writers #author #book #writer #dream #work #read

What did you do this weekend? I also have an idea for a second book, and have been jotting down notes and researching. Too bad life gets in the way all the time 😆.

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Emergency alert system needs to do better. The alarm that went off sounded like we were being attacked by the mutants in I am Legend, the aliens in Independence Day, and the mysterious creatures in A Quiet Place all at the same damn time 🥴😠.

First read of 2025! I was lucky to get an advanced copy as this book will be out in the spring. I’ll let you know when my Goodreads review is live!

#writingcommunity #book #read

Go to my Insta, Facebook, or LinkedIn profiles to read my first writing prompt of 2025 - where there’s no character limit.

Facebook: Jen Benzinger – Author
Instagram: @jenbenzinger
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Go to my Insta, Facebook, or LinkedIn profiles to read about my word of the year - Writable - where there’s no character limit.

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This is what happens when you go to Savers and are left by yourself with the books 🤷‍♀️😂📚🤓 AND gray tags were 50% off AND I had a 20% coupon 💅.

#read #books #write #morereading #writingcommunity #author #novel

Something that tugs at my heart is that food insecurity still exists today. Please consider donating to your local food pantry or food drive. If you are privileged enough to buy morning coffee, eat out, go to the movies, etc…just think of the impact you can have by donating that cost in food. #food

Walking is my favorite 🥰. This was last week before the snow. Now it’s hard to go for walks when sidewalks are not shoveled 😑. But they get playtime in the backyard. Maybe there needs to be some dogs in my next book 😁.

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