Author Archives: emmakhoury

The Power of Tiktok Compels You! (And Community)

In June I held a Sword and Shield giveaway from my Tiktok account that included a signed copy of my book and various goodies. I’ve found that, by advertising the contest, and by extension advertising the book, I am able to attract new readers even if there is only one winner. And I was exceptionallyContinue reading “The Power of Tiktok Compels You! (And Community)”

What Is Your ‘Why’?

People don’t do anything without a reason. Even if that reason is ‘I was bored’ or ‘I didn’t want to do [Insert Unpleasant Task Here] so I did this instead’. However, this post isn’t about apathetic non-decisions, but rather, about the decisions that make us who we are. And so I ask again, “What isContinue reading “What Is Your ‘Why’?”

Motor City Comic Con (MC3) 2023

10 years ago I went to my first MC3 with my Dad and met Stan Lee! Now, in 2023 I’ve been to several Motor City Comic Cons and each one has been full of amazing memories. I went May 20th to meet a hero of mine, the genius actress Catherine Tate who embodied one ofContinue reading “Motor City Comic Con (MC3) 2023”

Not Quite Like Riding A Bike

It will be, I’m sure, a surprise to no one, that the saying ‘it’s just like riding a bike’ does not ring true for me. Unless I am speaking of something I’m struggling to re-learn. The reason being, dear reader, that I am not great when it comes to riding a bike. This was notContinue reading “Not Quite Like Riding A Bike”

It’s Been A Minute

And by ‘a minute’ I mean five-ish months. Between you, me, and the internet, 2023 had a bit of a bumpy start and I had to take a beat to do some clearing of the emotional and mental cobwebs and course correct. During that time, I’m ashamed to say, all writing projects have come toContinue reading “It’s Been A Minute”

2023: Be Vewy Vewy Quiet

I see posts on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram claiming 2023 as their year. That they’re manifesting good things and positive change after what feels like decades of global trauma. Not me, though. I’m approaching 2023 as Steve Irwin would approach a crocodile. With cautious optimism and a healthy dose of respect. Granted, Steve IrwinContinue reading “2023: Be Vewy Vewy Quiet”

It’s Like A Reward

Well, it’s here. Almost. Six days from today, many fortunate people around the world roll out of bed to presents and silly Christmas outfits and love. For me, as the year comes to a close, Christmas has been a bit of a finish line. A goal post, if you will. This year has, as hasContinue reading “It’s Like A Reward”