HELLO, I'M GLAD YOU COULD MAKE IT!

If you’re visiting my website for the first time, you might want to know a little about the person behind its creation. My name is Annie—also known as the penname A. E. Mishler. I have an Associate's degree in English and creative writing and am now finishing my Bachelor's in criminal justice and gender studies. When I'm not crunching out assignments, I dedicate my time to writing and working at a bookstore in the Pacific Northwest.

I have been creating worlds for as long as I can remember. As I got older and realized I could potentially do this as a career and became serious about learning the craft. However, social media platforms are not the kindest to writers. No one wants to take the time to read on an app that prioritizes quick scrolling. It’s also

difficult to share stories in my desired format on Instagram. So, that’s why I created

this website. I wanted a specific place that offers me complete creative freedom,

a place where I can share finished pieces, writing tips, and updates on my

projects. My hope is this platform will draw me closer to writing communities

as well as fellow readers. I hope that I can be a source of inspiration for all

of you too. I am just a single human who is not an expert in any way, but

hopefully, I can provide a sense of relatability or entertainment

to my audience.

Thank you for being here with me on this journey. It means more than

you know.

- A. E. Mishler

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QUESTIONS

1. What does a typical day of writing look like for you?

I am always coming up with new routines because I've found staying idle and too consistent (in location especially) makes me bored and fall into creative slumps. A few months ago I could only write in my bed at night. However, as of now, I find myself waking up at eight to get coffee and head to the local library. We'll see how long that lasts me.

2. Do you ever get writer's block?

I experience writer's block most frequently during the school year due to fatigue from writing essays and projects. Once summer hits, I get overwhelmed with a burst of energy. Though, those slumps still sneak up on me from time to time.

3. Do you have advice for dealing with rejection?

Let yourself mourn the loss. Our stories are a part of us, so having an agent or literary journal send that rejection email can feel like something inside us has been lost or rejected as well. Spend a few days allowing yourself to grieve, but view the rejection as an opportunity to improve.

4. What's your writing software of choice?

I have three, so strap in. For incredibly rough drafts or working through a writing slump, I use Zen Writer. For organization, rough drafts, and editing, I use Scrivener. Finally, when dealing with well-developed drafts, I move everything to Word.