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It's Not Rebecca Thirstin's Blog, but a Girl Can Dream


 Hi! Welcome to my blog. I’m R L Tynes. Here you will find a collection of my thoughts on numerous topics surrounding the art of reading and writing books. Mostly romance books because that is what I write and what I love to read. You may also find some miscellaneous topics on the blog as well such as health/fitness and hobbies I’m into. I have created some helpful tabs for you at the top if you are on your own journey of writing and publishing as well. I wrote them for the me a few years ago who wanted an everything checklist. The best books on writing craft that have changed my life are also under my recommended reads tab for you. 

Why did I choose to start a blog in 2023?

I kept thinking about how I wanted a safe and cozy space to have an online presence in that was 100% positive and in my control.  A place that didn't leave my mind spinning and fill me with a ton of negative feelings like when I get on social media. A place to share longform content, and more information for writers. Social media tends to be the opposite of that. So here we are like it's 2007, and I can live out my childhood Gilmore Girls dream era fantasies about how fire Rebecca Thirstin's Blog must have been. (Hardcore Gilmore Girls Fans will know.) 

Thanks for joining me, and I'd love for you to leave me comments with your thoughts and knowledge on the posts anytime you’d like. 

Happy Writing & Reading,

R L Tynes


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