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ELEVATE STORIES
A place for insights, inspiration, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into
Patella Publishing Service’s world of writing, publishing, and reader connections.
The Art of Editing Your Novel
You've completed your revisions—now it's time to elevate your manuscript through editing. This phase is all about adding details to...
Feb 82 min read
Revising Your Novel: Polishing Your First Draft
Congratulations, storytellers! You’ve completed your first draft—an incredible milestone on your writing journey. Now it’s time to move...
Jan 282 min read
Featured in Reader’s House Magazine
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been featured in Reader’s House Magazine , a London-based publication that celebrates authors, artists,...
Jan 221 min read
Drafting Your Novel: Bringing Your Outline to Life
Welcome back, storytellers! Last week, we explored the magic of outlining and how it sets the foundation for a strong, cohesive story....
Jan 222 min read
How to Outline Your Novel: Crafting the Start of a Strong Story
We love seeing stories come to life! Last week, we explored the planning process —the critical first step in a successful writing...
Jan 143 min read
The Writing Process: Planning Your Project
At Patella Publishing, we’re passionate about helping writers like you achieve their creative dreams. This week, we kicked off the first...
Jan 82 min read
A Letter to Creatives on Coming Back: Reclaiming Belief in Yourself After Rejection
Dear Creatives,
We’ve all been there. You pour your heart into your art, your words, your creation. You put it out into the world and then
Jan 33 min read
Kickstart Your Writing in 2025 with a Patella Publishing Story Camp
“This camp helped me create a story with complex characters and themes while giving me the confidence to write." – Annie P., Virginia...
Dec 30, 20242 min read
Celebrating Utah Authors’ Day: A Day to Honor Storytellers and Readers
Every day is worth celebrating—whether it’s National Puppy Day in March, Avocado Day in July…or even Ugly Christmas Sweater Day in...
Dec 27, 20242 min read
A Magical Christmas Bookstore Experience!
The 2024 Christmas Pop-up Bookstore was an incredible success! This event brought together talented authors and enthusiastic readers,...
Dec 4, 20241 min read
The Existence Series Book 3: FOR THE ETERNAL Update
On my home office wall hangs the four-book series of The Existence Series . Maybe I’ll share the display someday. But not yet. It’s there...
Nov 26, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: LI'L BITS: THE LITTLEST GIANT By: D.J. Wray
In a tale of love, growth, and miracles, debut author, D.J. Wray presents Li’l Bits: The Littlest Giant featuring a little girl born...
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: THE YOWLERS By: Stacy Lynn Carroll
A fuming family of five doesn’t know how to turn their frowns upside down! The Yowlers are so used to being grouchy—they’re baffled when...
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: LOOPHOLE By: Alex Hugie
What if your appearance reflected your moral choices? In Alex Hugie’s Loophole , every choice you make alters the way you look—for...
Nov 23, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: THE ROGUE ROYALS (BOOKS 1-3) By: Kyro Dean
A steampunk mystery romance set in Victorian high society will keep you glued ‘til the very last page. Kyro Dean will be signing copies...
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: SANDERS’ STARFISH (Audiobook Release) By: Tara C. Allred Narrator: James Davidson
Standing up against corruption in the mental health world is brave but unravels a web of chaos and complexities. This psychological...
Nov 20, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: THE PENNINGTON PERPLEXITY (Constantine Capers Series) By: Natalie Brianne
In Victorian London, dark secrets and deadly motives will keep you turning pages of Pennington’s Perplexity as each murder mystery is...
Nov 19, 20242 min read
Christmas Bookstore Feature: ADVENTUROUS ALI (Books 1-5) By: Tyler H. Jolley
Unforgettable escapades around the globe will entice young explorers this holiday season! Tyler H. Jolley’s kid-approved adventure book...
Nov 18, 20243 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 10 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Rebecca makes Sanders promise not to take her baby away. He promises. Later, the blanket is thrown in a corner. She insists he took the baby
Oct 18, 20241 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 9 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Dr. Landerson tells Sanders to stop trying to help Rebecca. He says she will not improve.
Oct 18, 20241 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 8 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Rebecca calls her painting ugly & not her baby. Sanders joins a divided staff meeting about Fawn. Rebecca worries about her baby's safety.
Oct 3, 20241 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 7 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Sanders invites Rebecca to paint. She refuses. He gives her the idea to paint her “baby”. She likes this but won’t start until he leaves.
Oct 2, 20241 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 6 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Sanders asks Dr. Lumber about how to help Rebecca. Lumber goes on about the workings of Clearcreek, telling Sanders not to try to change it
Oct 1, 20241 min read
SANDERS' STARFISH - Chapter 5 | Audiobook Narration by James Davidson | Written by Tara C. Allred
Sanders makes progress in his 2nd group meeting. He brings Rebecca a book to read to her "baby" and trust begins to be established.
Sep 30, 20241 min read
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