Jen Benzinger | Author
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Jen Benzinger | Author
@jenbenzinger.bsky.social
Querying my debut novel, Second Chances. If you love Hallmark movies, this sweet, contemporary small town romance with a twist is for you. Writing and creating in Amherst, NY. Buffalo native. I love coffee, cheese, bread, and orange chocolate.
A writing update -
September 28, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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
March 16, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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
March 8, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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
February 25, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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)
February 12, 2025 at 11:07 PM
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
February 1, 2025 at 10:41 PM
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 😆.

#writer #writing #reading #book #author #weekend
January 27, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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 🥴😠.
January 19, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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
January 7, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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
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#writingcommunity #writers #writing #author #story #writing
January 2, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Go to my Insta, Facebook, or LinkedIn profiles to read about my word of the year - Writable - where there’s no character limit.

#writingcommunity #writers #writing #author #story #writing
December 31, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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
December 21, 2024 at 1:53 AM
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
December 19, 2024 at 8:08 PM
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 😁.

#writing #author #book #writingcommunity #dogs
December 5, 2024 at 3:49 PM