Writing – Author T.L. Hicks

Looking for a new laptop

Hello, friends. I am researching for a new 2-in-1 laptop. I am hoping for it at the end of the year or early next year. Depends on my savings. I have none right now. I live on a disability income. Right now I have an Asus i7-8565U. Yes, I know, 8th gen. I am wayContinue reading “Looking for a new laptop”

Writer’s desk makeover

I have these two. I was thinking of pastels for my desk makeover. Maybe black and white instead. I don’t know. I know I want it clean and organized. Aesthetic pleasing. I plan on upgrading the computers. Laptop maybe this year and tower next year. I am running on 8th gen stuff. What are yourContinue reading “Writer’s desk makeover”

Two New 2022 Writer’s Prep Book

Just in time for NaNoWriMo. Check out the new Writer’s Prep Books. Get yours today.

Maladaptive Daydreaming A Mental Disorder or a Branch of the Creative Mind?

“I’m often daydreaming, and it’s because I’ve always liked the idea of there being something more than the normal world.” — Samantha Shannon (From Brainy Quote) For my whole life, I have been a homebody. As a child, I would stay in my room, listen to music, and pretend to be with the band, playingContinue reading “Maladaptive Daydreaming A Mental Disorder or a Branch of the Creative Mind?”

A Conversation With The Husband

Fire ant in hipScurrying down my stump,Engulfing my paw. Snake restrictsUnable to shift.Hot water,Epsom salt.Subdue the sting,Relax the grip. “Come, my husband.Sit a spellAnd answer me this, Why do I love cats?” No thought, no concern.Words found their wayThrough the mazeHe did say, “Because you’re a psychopath.” Once again, I did ask,“Why do I loveContinue reading “A Conversation With The Husband”

If I Should Die

If I should die before I wake,I pray the Lord, my Soul, to take.But before you do, make sure I’m dead.Then burn me up and spread my ashes all over this land.

THE STORY IS NOT OVER UNTIL WE SAY IT’S OVER!

“There’s a time and place for everything, and I believe it’s called ‘fan fiction.’” ― Joss Whedon. It is the night, the season 10 finale of the “X-Files.” It is dark outside. You have the lights off, popcorn in one hand, and soda in the other. You are nice and snug in your chair. TheContinue reading “THE STORY IS NOT OVER UNTIL WE SAY IT’S OVER!”