Marleana Bryant

Twin mom, writer, blogger, in search of an awesome literary agent. want to know more? check out my site at MarleanaBryant.wordpress.com

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A Morbid Reminder of Life's Finity

A Morbid Reminder of Life’s Finity

Usually I post positive messages, but as we all learn life isn’t always full of happiness and positivity, things happen, and sometimes the world shows us things we shouldn’t have to see. So if you are in a particularly good mood I wouldn’t bother reading this. But if you do let this message be a reminder to always live your best life now, instead of later. (more…)

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An Ode To Writers An Ode To Writers Ode to all writers both young and old. ode to you, because you are brave, just as you are bold.

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Are You Ready For #PitMad? Better Yet, What is PitMad?

Are You Ready For #PitMad? Better Yet, What is PitMad?

#Pitmad is almost Here! But Before you get too excited, you might want to know exactly what it is. Pitmad in collaboration with #Pitchwars, is a contest hosted entirely on Twitter. For one day, the contest allows you to pitch your novel to actual agents and publishers. Awesome right? Want to know how? Keep reading, the rules are simple. (more…)

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No One Likes Disappointment.

No One Likes Disappointment.

You know that feeling when something doesn’t go your way, the crushing despair and disappointment you feel, when you are notified of bad news. It feels like someone has taken a stab at you in the dark, there’s a sudden, and unexpected pain. You clamber helplessly and try to correct your footing. For a terrifying moment there’s panic and fear.

You have a strong spirit, so quickly you gather…

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Thought of The Week. 8/11/17

Thought of The Week. 8/11/17

Thought of The Week: “Anything that you believe in is worth fighting for.”–

Sure, it’s easy to drown yourself in what seems to be constant doubt, whether you’re worried about what other people will feel or say, or just because you’re deciding to step out, and take a stab at something that you’ve never done.

It’s okay to be afraid, to put your heart out there for something that, not everyone…

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Got A Manuscript? Quick There's Still Some Time To Enter The Biggest Writing Contest On The Internet. (#PitchWars)

Got A Manuscript? Quick There’s Still Some Time To Enter The Biggest Writing Contest On The Internet. (#PitchWars)

As of right now, you have a little less than 5 hours left to submit your manuscript to a mentor of your choosing, for a chance of being selected as their new mentee.

What is Pitchwars, what is a mentor, what is a mentee you might ask. Well let me tell you; PitchWars is the largest writing community and contest on the internet, that immediately thrusts your work in front of hundreds of agents and…

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Thought of The Week. (8-5-17)

Thought of The Week. (8-5-17)

Thought of the Week: “No act of kindness, no matter how small. is ever wasted.”-Aseop.

One of the great beauties of life is that we never know for sure, exactly where it’s going to take us. We’re all just passengers tagging along for a fun, wild, ride. 

And Life well, let’s just say: she’s one hell of a driver. She’s bold and daring. If she pleases she’ll take you as high as the moon, only to…

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Weekend Motivation. Thought, of the Week.

Weekend Motivation. (Thought of the Week) #saturdaymorning

Thought of the week: Stop waiting for the opportune moment to arrive because the perfect moment may never come. Don’t let a great opportunity pass you by because it isn’t the right time, or because circumstances aren’t as optimal as you’d wish they’d be.

Of course, it’s wise to put your best foot forward and do things in a timely fashion, but don’t let your standards limit your chances of…

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Get your little ones excited about learning, Filled with bold images and colors to capture your child’s interest from A-Z,

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5 Reasons To Finally Do That Thing You've Been Thinking Of.

5 Reasons To Finally Do That Thing You've Been Thinking Of. #Inspiration #Advice #dreams

We all have that thing that’s been locked away, deep in our minds from the furthest reaches of our day to day thoughts. We’ve considered doing “it” for quite sometime, but somehow, we always find an excuse to put it off; whether it be writing that long awaited book, taking that dream vacation, trying out that brand new restaurant or fitness class, or even, striking up the nerve to ask that cute…

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How To Query A Literary Agent

Congratulations. You have completed your work, but now it’s time to take it to the next level, and for most people that means finding an agent. First off, before you can query an agent, you h…

Need A Literary Agent? Check out this short informal article on how to Successfully Query a Literary Agent. Get your work out there today!

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It’s Pretty Clear That Toddlers Suck.

Yes, their chubby cheeks are cute, and their kisses are heaven-sent, but the catastrophic messes they make, and the unpredictable tantrums they throw, can give anyone the urge to lock themselves in…

Being a parent is great, but there are those moments when your children get the best of you.