by Dianne C. Braley | Feb 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Glamorous Lie of the Writing Life If you tell people you’re a writer, they tend to react in one of two ways: either with wide-eyed admiration or a polite but barely concealed look of skepticism. “Oh, wow! Like, books?”Or…“That’s…cool. But, like, what do you really...
by Dianne C. Braley | Jan 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
Happy New Year, everyone! There’s something about January that feels like a blank page in a fresh notebook, doesn’t it? The possibilities are endless, and the opportunity to refocus and realign with our goals is right in front of us. For me, 2025 is all about fresh...
by Dianne C. Braley | Dec 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
The holidays are a season of joy and togetherness—but for some, they can be bittersweet. This year, I find myself in an odd space. While I enjoy the festive sights of shop windows and a gentle snowfall outside, December marks a significant personal loss. Yesterday,...
by Dianne C. Braley | Oct 15, 2024 | Blog, Book Update
It’s finally here—The Summer Before’s official launch day! I’m thrilled, but let’s be real: I’m also completely exhausted. Between all the marketing, social media, and endless blogging, my hands are practically claws at this point. I could use a robot (or three paid...
by Dianne C. Braley | Aug 4, 2024 | Blog
I am thrilled to announce that my new book, “The Summer Before,” is now available for pre-order! This project has been a labor of love because of what I believe it can do to help and reach more victims, the ones who remain silent in crimes of assault, and...