Tag: author

• 2025: A Year to Flourish

  There’s something exciting about the start of a new year—a clean slate, a fresh chapter—that feels like an invitation to do something that both challenges and excites you.  This year, I’m stepping into that invitation with intention, guided by my word for 2025: Flourish. This year isn’t going to be about cramming more onto an…

  rachelvalencourt

  January 8, 2025

  Uncategorized

  author, christian, faith, life, love, personal-growth, writers-life

• Just Believe

  Now that Thanksgiving has passed and I’ve celebrated the launch of my third book, I’ve been reflecting on everything this past year has brought. It’s hard to believe that just over a year ago, I was preparing to release my first novel, Every Night Has a Dawn. What started as a single book grew into…

  rachelvalencourt

  November 29, 2024

  Author & Mother, Bookish Girl, historical fiction, indie author

  author, author; dream follower; mother; novel, historical fiction, indie author

• The Journey from Dream to Reality: How I Wrote and Released a Trilogy

  When I first sat down with a blank screen five years ago, I had no idea where the journey would take me—or how much it would change me. Writing my award winning Winds of Change Trilogy while being a mom and entrepreneur wasn’t just a creative challenge; it was a lesson in perseverance, time management,…

  rachelvalencourt

  November 19, 2024

  Author & Mother, award, Bookish Girl, debut author, historical fiction, Motivation, nostalgia, November Update, Rachel’s Blog

  author, author; dream follower; mother; novel, historical fiction

• My Literary Adventure Through England and Wales

  

  From Shakespeare’s birthplace to the ancient Roman Baths and awe-inspiring castles, join me as I recount the highlights of our enchanting literary adventure across England and Wales 🇬🇧 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  rachelvalencourt

  April 12, 2024

  indie author, Rachel’s Blog, travel blog, Writer to Author

  author, bibliophile, England, historical fiction, literary journey, travel blog, wales

• Dream Chasers

  

  Happy Friday, everyone! As we wrap up another week, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the projects and dreams we’ve been shelving for “someday.” You know the ones I’m talking about—the novel you’ve wanted to write, the painting you’ve envisioned, the business idea that’s been simmering in the back of your mind. Today, I’m…

  rachelvalencourt

  February 16, 2024

  Author & Mother, debut author, Friday Wrap Up, indie author, Motivation, Rachel’s Blog, Strong Women Apply Here, Writer to Author

  author, author; dream follower; mother; novel, dream chaser, indie author

• Celebrating Independence Day

  Hey there, fellow book lovers! Welcome back to my weekly blog. As we approach Independence Day, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible privilege we have to exercise our freedom of speech. And let me tell you, it’s got me feeling more grateful than ever for the ability to independently publish my novel. As…

  rachelvalencourt

  June 30, 2023

  indie author, Motivation

  author, family activities, freedom, independence day

• The Great Escape

  

  Remember that time we flew around the world? I find traveling to be such a rewarding experience. I was blessed enough to complete an around-the-world trip when I was in my 20s. I still travel as much as I can, but nothing has compared to that year and a half I spent in my 20s,…

  rachelvalencourt

  March 11, 2023

  travel blog

  author, travel blog, travel writer