Ellen Writes Books

writeblr - 26 - bi - cat mom

[ellenwritesbooks]

little bit about me :)

it's been a minute since I did an about me, so here we go!

My name is Ellen, I'm 26, and am based in the US in Tennessee. I've lived here all my life. I identify as bisexual and AuDHD (ADHD/Autism), and use she/her/hers.

A few fun facts about me:

I have a two year old Flame Point Siamese named Aemond 🐈

I've been writing since 3rd grade when I won a poetry contest and haven't slowed down since

I wrote my first full-length novel the summer before my senior year of HS (I was 17 for those unfamiliar with US verbiage)

My current favorite author is Holly Black (though it changes constantly)

I am a sucker for trashy smutty romance novels of all kinds

I am very visual/auditory learner, so I used Pinterest and Notion to map out my projects and Spotify to create extensive writing playlists

My current favorite shows are Yellowjackets and Bones and my favorite movie is Good One (directed by India Donaldson)

I write primarily YA/NA high fantasy, but haves started to delve into middle grade and contemporary romance to challenge myself and my writing. I also write poetry and have self-published a poetry collection

I'm currently working on the third draft of a New Adult High Fantasy inspired by Wheel of Time, Jupiter Ascending, and From Blood and Ash. I am also outlining the sequel, outlining a western romance inspired by Yellowstone, and working on a new poetry collection set to be release this summer! Keep following me here for more updates!

[clingonlikeclingwrap]

🪭 EMERGENCY COMMISSIONS 🪭

OPEN ON KO-FI 👍

Got into a big fight with my family so I packed up my shit and left! So commissions are open because I have to find a place to live 😌

Shaded sketch - $25 AUD | ~$18 USD

↪️ + $10 AUD (~$7 USD) per additional character

Colour & render - $50 AUD | ~$35.5 USD

↪️ + $20 AUD (~$14 USD) per additional character

↪️ + $15 AUD for complex background

Shares are appreciated! 😘

[ellenwritesbooks]

I'm up to 78,531/80,000 words on this revision round for #ProphecyWIP !

Small progress or even slow progress is still progress in my book. Hell I even count working on my pinterest boards as progress, bc it helps shape the vision of the story and characters.

I'm super happy with the progress in any case and cannot wait to get the newest version of this project done! I'm going be getting a professional beta reader for this, but I'll also still be looking here and on other socials for a few other beta's or even some critique partners, if anyone is interested!

serious inquiries only please! i'm looking for someone who has legit time to spend proofreading and looking for inconsistencies, plot issues, etc. i'm looking for someone who can reliably read/edit and send my chapters back in a timely manner.

I will be back here with a new update soon hopefully. i'm aiming to be done with this revision by the end the month, cross your fingers for me please!if you have actual interest in beta reading or being crit partners, please comment below or reach out privately, whatever works for you!

[ellenwritesbooks]

writing update 11-26-25

I realized it's been a very long time since I posted any kind of writing update here, so here ya go! CoS/#ProphecyWIP is current sitting at 78,231. I've set a goal to get to 80,000 words but December 17th and I'm close to reaching it! I've set a smaller goal of min 100 words a day to make the idea a little more realistic as I work full time but I'm dedicated to putting some real work into this project. I've got some ambitious goals for the new year when it comes to my writing but I have so much hope!

I've got a few other projects in various states of development, self-published a third poetry collection this month and might have another up my sleeve in the next month or two! I also putting some energy into a new fantasy idea and an adult romance novel as well!

hopefully I'll have more to share soon! <3

[monstragora]

From one writer to another I'm telling you that every effort towards writing your story is a step forward. Daydreaming, making playlists, sketching your characters, worldbuilding right down to the for centuries before your story starts, binge watching content related to or in the same genre as your story, everything counts and you should never feel guilty about taking the time to play around with the world that you created.

[ellenwritesbooks]

had some art of my mc from #ProphecyWIP commissioned! asked for a few subtle adjustments, but I cannot stop staring at it! this is EXACTLY how I imagined her!

and this is the other piece I commissioned from the same artist, of my mc and her love interest!

[ellenwritesbooks]

finally really getting into revisions after taking a much needed and deserved rest from this project. i'm really excited to work on #prophecywip and eventually query it later this year! this project is near and dear to my heart and I hope I get to share it with all of you one day in the future.

[ellenwritesbooks]

FORBIDDEN FRUIT is officially available for purchase! Follow the link below if you're interested in purchasing. There's also an ebook version available if the pb price is too high for you!

Forbidden Fruit

A story centered on new beginnings, finding the meaning in solitude and self-exploration, and finding the truest version of yourself among t

[ellenwritesbooks]

Announcing my next project, a high fantasy novel-in-verse. Title and cover to be released at a later date.

For those who don’t know, a novel-in-verse is when a novel or story is told in the format of poetry instead of a traditional novel format. I’m super excited to explore this medium more and share the story that’s been brewing in my head for years! More to come. 

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#amwriting #amwritingfantasy #poetsofinstagram #2025release #novelinverse #highfantasy 

[ellenwritesbooks]

yours June 20th...

[ellenwritesbooks]

the official cover for FORBIDDEN FRUIT, yours on June 20th. more soon...

[berrytart]

ok we just laughed until our ribs got tired. Now what

[berrytart]

fuck!!!!!!!!!!

[ellenwritesbooks]

FORBIDDEN FRUIT, available for purchase June 20th.

[rubyjones]

Create your own book cover - without generative 'AI' | Ruby Jones

Get more from Ruby Jones on Patreon

Too many writers are using generative 'AI' to make their book covers, so I've written a guide on how to make your own cover for free or cheap without turning to a machine.

If you can't afford to pay an artist, you CAN make your own!

I hope this is a helpful overview that covers the basics and points to some free resources.

[rhube]

I annoyed my cat by writing this and not playing with her; you might find it useful?

[copperbadge]

This is a fantastic guide not only to the technical aspect of cover design but the aesthetic aspect as well!

[naamahdarling]

This is GREAT STUFF. Highly recommend! Exactly the techniques I have used on covers in the past, and they look great!

[writing-prompt-s]

"I will not fight you, child. You are not an honorable warrior." "You slaughtered my parents. Were they warriors?"

[ellenwritesbooks]

looking for beta readers!

just wanted to put the word out that I'm looking for beta readers for #ProphecyWIP! if you enjoy high fantasy stories with a bit of romance/smut, elemental based magic, and scheming god's, this is the story for you! It currently sits at just of 74K and I'm mainly looking for notes/criticism on the overall story structure and character.

if this sounds like something you'd be suited to, please reach out! I'd ideally like to have notes by the end of April-mid May but can be a little bit flexible.

[rafeandonlyrafe]

well 🧍‍♀️ as a reminder this blog is NOT a safe space for trump supporters but it IS a safe place for women, queers, trans ppl, people of color, undocumented people, and any marginalized group.