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MELODY GRACE HICKS
Science-Fantasy Romance Author
Writer's Room
So what goes on inside the mind of a science-fantasy romance writer, anyway? It's a quirky blend in here, but I'll share my ideas for inspiration, news of upcoming stories, tips I've come across, or even just my opinions on tools or apps that I find useful for my writing journey.
Team Loki or Team Shannon?
Okay, so if you had to choose a side, which one would you pick? On the one hand, Loki has thousands of years of experience, he knows the...
Melody
Dec 25, 20241 min read
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My Journeys with Self-Publishing - Part 1: Formatting for Publishing
Who wants free stories? Okay, to be fair, doesn't everyone want free stories? Over the next week, I'm giving away episodes 5-8 novellas...
Melody
Nov 22, 20245 min read
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August Updates: Heir of Violence wins 3rd place in Open Novella Contest. Jealous God: Episode 11 of BT4W available.
Despite it being a first draft and only the first half of the story to fit into the novella framework, my science fiction adventure...
Melody
Aug 17, 20242 min read
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Seductive Characters & Ephemeral Pages Audiobooks
With tomorrow's release of Ephemeral Pages, the second bundle of Breaking the 4th Wall Episodes 5-8, I have a special treat for you: a...
Melody
May 12, 20241 min read
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Updates, Upcoming Releases, And Free Ebooks, Oh My!
Hey there! Whew, so many things have been happening all at once. Let's talk writing first, shall we? My current work in progress, the...
Melody
Apr 28, 20243 min read
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Valentine's Day Sale Feb 13-15
Don't have someone to cuddle for Valentine's? I've got you covered so get your toys charged and your ice cubes ready. It's time for some...
Melody
Feb 9, 20241 min read
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Let's talk tropes and favourite authors
We all have favourite authors, but have you ever stopped to consider exactly what it is that draws you to that author's stories? Of late,...
Melody
Nov 24, 20232 min read
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75% Off Black Friday Sale for the first Breaking The 4th Wall Ebook Compilation (Episodes 1-4)
The wall between real and fiction is no barrier to Gods. That's right... the ebook bundle of first four episodes from the scandalous...
Melody
Nov 19, 20232 min read
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Hardcover or Paperback? Either way, hold 30 Days to Save The World in your hand!
That's right... it's here. Who doesn't love disaster stories? Especially ones centered around alien spaceships, crazy weather, and...
Melody
Nov 16, 20231 min read
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Spice Up Your Fall Reads for FREE!
To celebrate the release of the paperback compilation SEDUCTIVE CHARACTERS, comprised of the first 4 episodes of Breaking The 4th Wall,...
Melody
Oct 17, 20231 min read
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Have YOU looked up at the sky today?
It's HERE! If you thought aliens and ufos were only being discussed by the USA congress recently, you haven't looked up today. That dark...
Melody
Aug 1, 20232 min read
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Alien Invasions, Conspiracy Theories, & Spicy Characters Jumping Worlds - What is going on, Melody?!
Yes, you read that right! In addition to my Breaking The 4th Wall episodes that are being released on Kindle Unlimited approximately once...
Melody
Jul 12, 20232 min read
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Delayed Gratification Available
So exciting! The second episode is out and the third is available for pre-order!! But that's not all that is coming up. I've got a new...
Melody
Jul 11, 20231 min read
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A Writer's Commitment Now Available!!
I'm super excited to post that my first story is available on Amazon in the Kindle Unlimited program. I've also got the second episode in...
Melody
Jun 16, 20231 min read
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Learning How To Make Successful Covers
Okay, so last time, I mentioned that I'm getting ready to publish on Amazon as the next stage in my writing journey. First, I'm...
Melody
May 1, 20232 min read
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Getting Ready To Publish The First Episode From Breaking The 4th Wall - Season One!
That's right! That much loved set of stories has been revised into twelve episodes of approximately 45-75 minutes of reading, or 7-15 K...
Melody
Apr 11, 20231 min read
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Pregnant, Kidnapped, and on a Strange Planet? What would you do to Survive?
When captured by the Unseelie Wild Hunt, a mortal-scientist-turned-goddess doesn’t wait for her prince to rescue her, but escapes to try...
Melody
Mar 16, 20231 min read
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Today is the Day: CHAINS THAT BIND releases
Day 7 of the Monstrous Love Anthology! We are halfway through with sweeter, more romantic stories in the morning at 9am (EST), and spicer...
Melody
Feb 7, 20231 min read
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My First Instagram Reel
I know, I know. Lots of folks create instagram reels. For some reason, I find the app difficult compared to twitter. Still, I made my...
Melody
Oct 27, 20221 min read
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