WRITEHIVE ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 Surprise! I chose two mentees for @writehive.bsky.social #HiveMentor this year because I was obsessed with both their books. They are equal parts atmospheric & emotional and I couldn’t be more excited to work with them! Congratulations 🎉 🐝
January 1, 2026 at 5:52 PM
WRITEHIVE ANNOUNCEMENT 📢 Surprise! I chose two mentees for @writehive.bsky.social #HiveMentor this year because I was obsessed with both their books. They are equal parts atmospheric & emotional and I couldn’t be more excited to work with them! Congratulations 🎉 🐝
#WriteHive Mentorship Pairing #1 @sunyidean.com will mentor @grumblygoose for their adult dark romantic fantasy novel WHITE RAVEN, WHITE LILY
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January 1, 2026 at 5:03 PM
#WriteHive Mentorship Pairing #1 @sunyidean.com will mentor @grumblygoose for their adult dark romantic fantasy novel WHITE RAVEN, WHITE LILY
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Stalking #WriteHive #HiveMentor mentee potentials this weekend. 👀
After announcements, I'll hit those follow back buttons. I want to keep connecting with writers and their beautiful stories.
After announcements, I'll hit those follow back buttons. I want to keep connecting with writers and their beautiful stories.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Stalking #WriteHive #HiveMentor mentee potentials this weekend. 👀
After announcements, I'll hit those follow back buttons. I want to keep connecting with writers and their beautiful stories.
After announcements, I'll hit those follow back buttons. I want to keep connecting with writers and their beautiful stories.
We're exactly two weeks away from #WriteHive #HiveMentor announcements.
Next week mentors will submit their final picks.
Total submissions: 127
My longlist: 15
Shortlist: 4
Second look: 8
Third look: 21
There's a story behind this pattern that I'm hoping to share in the new year.
Next week mentors will submit their final picks.
Total submissions: 127
My longlist: 15
Shortlist: 4
Second look: 8
Third look: 21
There's a story behind this pattern that I'm hoping to share in the new year.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:58 PM
We're exactly two weeks away from #WriteHive #HiveMentor announcements.
Next week mentors will submit their final picks.
Total submissions: 127
My longlist: 15
Shortlist: 4
Second look: 8
Third look: 21
There's a story behind this pattern that I'm hoping to share in the new year.
Next week mentors will submit their final picks.
Total submissions: 127
My longlist: 15
Shortlist: 4
Second look: 8
Third look: 21
There's a story behind this pattern that I'm hoping to share in the new year.
I'm still working through submissions and found some beautiful, breathtaking work. I've curated a shortlist, revisited my longlist, and I'm still figuring out exactly how to help. This year's selections have been exceptionally tough because I love them all. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
I'm still working through submissions and found some beautiful, breathtaking work. I've curated a shortlist, revisited my longlist, and I'm still figuring out exactly how to help. This year's selections have been exceptionally tough because I love them all. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
All of these things are easily fixed with the right tools and guidance.
As a mentor, when I'm reading through each story, these are the things I think about. What does the story need? Is this something I can help with? Will I help or harm the story? Is the author ready? #WriteHive #HiveMentor
As a mentor, when I'm reading through each story, these are the things I think about. What does the story need? Is this something I can help with? Will I help or harm the story? Is the author ready? #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 1:05 PM
All of these things are easily fixed with the right tools and guidance.
As a mentor, when I'm reading through each story, these are the things I think about. What does the story need? Is this something I can help with? Will I help or harm the story? Is the author ready? #WriteHive #HiveMentor
As a mentor, when I'm reading through each story, these are the things I think about. What does the story need? Is this something I can help with? Will I help or harm the story? Is the author ready? #WriteHive #HiveMentor
And finally, some stories move too fast, put too many 'world words' up front, and don't allow readers to breathe and absorb information before twelve more things are served up. Slow down, pace the information, breathe, allow readers to osmosis'ify (word of the day) and enjoy. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
And finally, some stories move too fast, put too many 'world words' up front, and don't allow readers to breathe and absorb information before twelve more things are served up. Slow down, pace the information, breathe, allow readers to osmosis'ify (word of the day) and enjoy. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Some stories get stuck on 'a day in the life of' characters to help clarify origin and setting, but forget to start the plot. In many cases like this, cut everything up to where the plot starts. Pull readers in fast, and let character decisions and motivations set the stage. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Some stories get stuck on 'a day in the life of' characters to help clarify origin and setting, but forget to start the plot. In many cases like this, cut everything up to where the plot starts. Pull readers in fast, and let character decisions and motivations set the stage. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Some stories have really strong, unique concepts that are so clear and magnificent, but as they weave in other elements, the story wanders off, or gets buried under the clutter. Cases like this require focus and an eye on structure. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Some stories have really strong, unique concepts that are so clear and magnificent, but as they weave in other elements, the story wanders off, or gets buried under the clutter. Cases like this require focus and an eye on structure. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Some stories have strong, engaging prose and use powerful words, but then don't clarify certain story elements for readers. This can cause confusion, and might cause a reader to slip away. Often times this can be cleared up by clarifying those puzzle pieces. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Some stories have strong, engaging prose and use powerful words, but then don't clarify certain story elements for readers. This can cause confusion, and might cause a reader to slip away. Often times this can be cleared up by clarifying those puzzle pieces. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Some of the stories I'm reading are so strong, so engaging, that I think: does this person really need me? Do I have a vision for this? Would I make it better, or are they already better than me.
Sometimes authors get stuck, and it has nothing to do with their beautiful work. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Sometimes authors get stuck, and it has nothing to do with their beautiful work. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Some of the stories I'm reading are so strong, so engaging, that I think: does this person really need me? Do I have a vision for this? Would I make it better, or are they already better than me.
Sometimes authors get stuck, and it has nothing to do with their beautiful work. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Sometimes authors get stuck, and it has nothing to do with their beautiful work. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
I love peeking at what other mentors are considering. We have a diverse range of interests - in story concepts, in what we find interesting, and how we think about the best way to help.
This is especially notable when you consider all modern readers and how they pick books. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
This is especially notable when you consider all modern readers and how they pick books. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
December 11, 2025 at 12:47 PM
I love peeking at what other mentors are considering. We have a diverse range of interests - in story concepts, in what we find interesting, and how we think about the best way to help.
This is especially notable when you consider all modern readers and how they pick books. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
This is especially notable when you consider all modern readers and how they pick books. #WriteHive #HiveMentor
Good morning #WriteHive #HiveMentor folks. Just some early morning random thoughts as I dive deeper into your beautiful stories. 🥰
December 11, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Good morning #WriteHive #HiveMentor folks. Just some early morning random thoughts as I dive deeper into your beautiful stories. 🥰
Still reading all the things... #WriteHive #HiveMentor
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December 5, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Still reading all the things... #WriteHive #HiveMentor
If you're antsy and trying to keep busy until the #HiveMentor January 1st announcements, you can:
✨Read one of my books
✨Read another mentor's books
✨Read a #WriteHive anthology
✨Buy books for gifts this holiday season
✨...or just write your next book 😁
✨Read one of my books
✨Read another mentor's books
✨Read a #WriteHive anthology
✨Buy books for gifts this holiday season
✨...or just write your next book 😁
November 25, 2025 at 6:04 PM
If you're antsy and trying to keep busy until the #HiveMentor January 1st announcements, you can:
✨Read one of my books
✨Read another mentor's books
✨Read a #WriteHive anthology
✨Buy books for gifts this holiday season
✨...or just write your next book 😁
✨Read one of my books
✨Read another mentor's books
✨Read a #WriteHive anthology
✨Buy books for gifts this holiday season
✨...or just write your next book 😁
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, I'm really looking forward to taking some time to read more dark and wonderful things as I work toward my shortlist. 😍
#WriteHive #HiveMentor
#WriteHive #HiveMentor
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November 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, I'm really looking forward to taking some time to read more dark and wonderful things as I work toward my shortlist. 😍
#WriteHive #HiveMentor
#WriteHive #HiveMentor
I read lots of queries. All gave me a great preview of the story's concept and shape.
I have not yet read any synopses. This will be part of the next phase of narrowing down - along with reading all the authors' wonderful notes on their query journey.
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 3/
I have not yet read any synopses. This will be part of the next phase of narrowing down - along with reading all the authors' wonderful notes on their query journey.
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 3/
November 25, 2025 at 5:58 PM
I read lots of queries. All gave me a great preview of the story's concept and shape.
I have not yet read any synopses. This will be part of the next phase of narrowing down - along with reading all the authors' wonderful notes on their query journey.
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 3/
I have not yet read any synopses. This will be part of the next phase of narrowing down - along with reading all the authors' wonderful notes on their query journey.
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 3/
I curated my longlist and read so many openers. They were all magic and created really strong impressions.
My longlist consisted of stories with two elements:
✨Fit my MSWL
✨Had a killer voice that engaged me right away
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 2/
My longlist consisted of stories with two elements:
✨Fit my MSWL
✨Had a killer voice that engaged me right away
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 2/
November 25, 2025 at 5:54 PM
I curated my longlist and read so many openers. They were all magic and created really strong impressions.
My longlist consisted of stories with two elements:
✨Fit my MSWL
✨Had a killer voice that engaged me right away
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 2/
My longlist consisted of stories with two elements:
✨Fit my MSWL
✨Had a killer voice that engaged me right away
#WriteHive #HiveMentor 2/
Years ago, when I was a mentee hopeful, the silence during the submission window was always the worst.
So for my hopefuls out there that need at least the occasional note, here we go... 🥰 #WriteHive #HiveMentor 1/
So for my hopefuls out there that need at least the occasional note, here we go... 🥰 #WriteHive #HiveMentor 1/
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November 25, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Years ago, when I was a mentee hopeful, the silence during the submission window was always the worst.
So for my hopefuls out there that need at least the occasional note, here we go... 🥰 #WriteHive #HiveMentor 1/
So for my hopefuls out there that need at least the occasional note, here we go... 🥰 #WriteHive #HiveMentor 1/
In case anyone is following for #HiveMentor updates, here's what I've been up to this week:
I've read through all submissions in my genres, starting with the query, then moving onto the first few pages if the story feels like a good fit for me.
I've read through all submissions in my genres, starting with the query, then moving onto the first few pages if the story feels like a good fit for me.
November 21, 2025 at 5:37 PM
In case anyone is following for #HiveMentor updates, here's what I've been up to this week:
I've read through all submissions in my genres, starting with the query, then moving onto the first few pages if the story feels like a good fit for me.
I've read through all submissions in my genres, starting with the query, then moving onto the first few pages if the story feels like a good fit for me.
Reading through #WriteHive #HiveMentor submissions, and man... y'all really brought your A-Game this year. 😍
I've got my long list, and already everything I'm reading deeper into is ending right back on the list. 🤣
I've got my long list, and already everything I'm reading deeper into is ending right back on the list. 🤣
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November 21, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Reading through #WriteHive #HiveMentor submissions, and man... y'all really brought your A-Game this year. 😍
I've got my long list, and already everything I'm reading deeper into is ending right back on the list. 🤣
I've got my long list, and already everything I'm reading deeper into is ending right back on the list. 🤣
Going through #HiveMentor subs again today. And #WritingCommunity, the quality is astounding! I'm so proud of y'all! Writing a book is hard. Making it this difficult to narrow down my VERY long list is even harder!
Writing companion tax included.
Writing companion tax included.
November 20, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Going through #HiveMentor subs again today. And #WritingCommunity, the quality is astounding! I'm so proud of y'all! Writing a book is hard. Making it this difficult to narrow down my VERY long list is even harder!
Writing companion tax included.
Writing companion tax included.
I'm in the subs for #hivementor today. I wanna say how amazing what I've read is! If you subbed, be proud of what you've accomplished. You're all super talented!
I'll probably post a process-type explanation thing at the end of December, but for now just know:
You all did great!
Pet tax included.
I'll probably post a process-type explanation thing at the end of December, but for now just know:
You all did great!
Pet tax included.
November 19, 2025 at 6:28 PM
I'm in the subs for #hivementor today. I wanna say how amazing what I've read is! If you subbed, be proud of what you've accomplished. You're all super talented!
I'll probably post a process-type explanation thing at the end of December, but for now just know:
You all did great!
Pet tax included.
I'll probably post a process-type explanation thing at the end of December, but for now just know:
You all did great!
Pet tax included.
Good morning! For anyone who loves data, here are some snapshots of this year's #WriteHive #HiveMentor submissions.
Science Fiction and Mystery/Suspense were the most surprising (in a good way) trends this year. 🥰
Science Fiction and Mystery/Suspense were the most surprising (in a good way) trends this year. 🥰
November 19, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Good morning! For anyone who loves data, here are some snapshots of this year's #WriteHive #HiveMentor submissions.
Science Fiction and Mystery/Suspense were the most surprising (in a good way) trends this year. 🥰
Science Fiction and Mystery/Suspense were the most surprising (in a good way) trends this year. 🥰
Submissions are closed and I am absolutely NOT checking #hivementor for mentor hints or charts. Nope. Not me. 😉😇
#amwriting #writerslife #writingcommunity #romancebooks #amwritingromance
#amwriting #writerslife #writingcommunity #romancebooks #amwritingromance
Submissions are 🐝NOW OPEN🐝 to participate in the WriteHive Mentorship program! You have until November 16 to find a mentor for your publishing path (trad, self, small press, serialization, etc). Don't miss out: writehive.org/writehive-me...
WriteHive Mentorship Program - WriteHive
WriteHive is excited to announce another way to break down barriers in publishing. Our new Mentorship Program has various mentorships
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November 18, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Submissions are closed and I am absolutely NOT checking #hivementor for mentor hints or charts. Nope. Not me. 😉😇
#amwriting #writerslife #writingcommunity #romancebooks #amwritingromance
#amwriting #writerslife #writingcommunity #romancebooks #amwritingromance