S.J. Sylvis and Books

I haven't written in such a long time and I feel really bad about that. With the Marine Corps ball, family coming to visit for over a week, and Thanksgiving, I've been swamped! I also started a new set of grad classes too, so my mind has been occupied. I finished writing my third book and I think it's my favorite one so far. It came to me in a dream and holy crap, I wrote it so fast and when I did my re-read of it, I didn't even want to change anything, which is a first for me. Normally I go back through and I revise things, add some stuff but nope, not with this one. It's perfect how it is (except for the grammar, of course). That kind of brings me to my next topic; I slept really good last night and actually had dreams. I rarely have dreams anymore because I barely sleep (thanks, Emma!), but last night was the first night she slept really well in a few weeks so I dreamt (or is it dreamed? I always have this battle with myself, I'm sure you guys get the pictur

I feel like I have so much to say today! It's been a little while since I've given any updates about "Just Maybe" (my first novel) and I have some good news. I sent in my contract and my book is in the editing process right now, (squeal!!) and, I got to send in the blurb and my own cover vision yesterday. I'm not giving anything away, though I really want to share everything with you guys! But, I think it's best if it's a surprise. I'll be releasing the synopsis/blurb and cover reveal at some point before it's published--so keep following my Instagram/Facebook posts for more details. The publisher said that my book should be on the shelves sometimes between January and March!! That's so soon and I literally wanted to jump with joy when I read her e-mail! I feel like my dreams are coming true! Even if my book doesn't sell that many copies, I'm just proud to have it out there. I'll be able to hold my own book, in my hands! I've