Author: Morgan Hazelwood

Morgan Hazelwood (she/her) is a fantasy novelist who blogs and vlogs writing tips and writerly musings. She likes taking pictures of the sky, reading a good book, and ambiverting from her living room. She's also a voice for the fairy-tale audio drama: Anansi Storytime and its sister podcast: Legendsmith. She's been known to procrasti-clean her whole house and alphabetize other people's bookshelves.
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Week In Review: November 25th, 2022

As always, Morgan was a busy bee ALL WEEK LONG!

I’m sharing tips on finding Black Speculative Poets to read, taking a moment to give thanks for my blessings, and what I’ve been reading!

Plus, check out my upcoming events!

Happy Thanksgiving

I’m blessed with loving friends and a caring family. Those nearby, willing to drop everything to come help when my … More

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Week In Review: November 18th, 2022

As always, Morgan was a busy bee ALL WEEK LONG!

I’m sharing tips on writing middle grade mythology — beyond just Riordan, working hard on NaNoWriMo, livestreaming, and more!

Plus, check out my upcoming events!

Reaching Past Riordan

Rick Riordan’s Percy Jackson series has led to an explosion of YA speculative fiction that explores mythology and folktales through the adventures of modern-day characters. What made this subgenre so popular? And who are some authors to pick up after Percy Jackson? And how has the genre expanded to feature non-Western mythologies?

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Week In Review: November 11th, 2022

As always, Morgan was a busy bee ALL WEEK LONG!

I’m sharing notes on how #SF writers have written about reproductive rights, writing tips clarifying Blurbs vs Queries vs Synopses, and more!

Plus, check out my Queery Helpline on Monday!