SunsetMercer

After this announcement, I won't be posting any more message board updates until I work up enough motivation & inspiration to finish & debut *multiple* new chapters for 1 or more of my projects.
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          	As always, you're welcome to leave genuine, boundary-respecting messages on my board anytime you please, whether they're questions about my projects, clarity requests about my page-wide boundaries, cheerleading notes of support, and/or mixes of everything above. <3
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          	I hope that everyone understands my decision regarding announcements & is able to enjoy immersive reading reprieves within my various adventures in between life's responsibilities & other things. <33
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          	Please don't forget to catch up on my previous announcements as soon as you have enough time & the right mood to carefully read & reply to 'em. I only say this a lot because it's *very important* that all of you stay in the loop of this community. <3
          	
          	~Until the next chapters, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

After this announcement, I won't be posting any more message board updates until I work up enough motivation & inspiration to finish & debut *multiple* new chapters for 1 or more of my projects.
          ~ ~ ~
          As always, you're welcome to leave genuine, boundary-respecting messages on my board anytime you please, whether they're questions about my projects, clarity requests about my page-wide boundaries, cheerleading notes of support, and/or mixes of everything above. <3
          ~ ~ ~
          I hope that everyone understands my decision regarding announcements & is able to enjoy immersive reading reprieves within my various adventures in between life's responsibilities & other things. <33
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          Please don't forget to catch up on my previous announcements as soon as you have enough time & the right mood to carefully read & reply to 'em. I only say this a lot because it's *very important* that all of you stay in the loop of this community. <3
          
          ~Until the next chapters, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

Happy Wednesday, everyone. <3
          ~ ~ ~
          Yesterday, I took the day off from any writing, character board-making, etc.
          
          So, *hopefully*, today, I'll be able to finish & debut *at least* 1 or 2 new chapters. <3
          ~ ~ ~
          For those who are on the fence about giving "More Than Fate {Jasper Hale x OC}"--currently, my *longest* ongoing fanfic--a chance, here are a few notes regarding it that might help you decide-
          
          ~ If you've fallen in love with Ms. Madalyn "Adora" Lupin {The leading lady OC of MitM}, it's fairly likely that you'll fall in love with Ms. Mackenzie "Ella" Forge, too, since they have similar energy & both live within supernatural worlds.
          
          ~ There is 0 love triangle drama between Jasper, Kenz, & Alice, since, in my series, Jazz & Ally are *just* close friends, *NOT* romantic soulmates.
          
          ~ Just like *ALL* of my other currently published fics, there are *MANY* strong, healthy, & adorable lovebird, blood relative, & found family dynamics galore.
          
          ~ And, if you *genuinely* enjoy & become invested in Ms. Forge's life, you'll be able to request More Than Anything saga-centric one-shots/imagine series in "From Shadows to Starlight", as well as dive into my most recently debuted project, "Lizzie's Q&A Archive"!
          
          If you have *any* questions regarding the notes above, don't hesitate to ask for help! <33
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          By the time Spooky Season enters into full-swing territory, I'm *hoping* that several--if not all--of my other fanfics will have reached double-digit chapters & attract more sincere, boundary-respecting audience members, fingers crossed. <3
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          For now, I will be working on a few different chapters' rough drafts, checking in on you guys every once in a while, just to make sure I don't miss any questions you ask here on my board and/or in my books when you get the chance to waltz back into those rollercoaster-ride realms. <333
          
          Stay safe, stay hydrated, stay tuned, &, if you feel inclined to do so, Happy Reading! <3333
          
          ~Love you 3000, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith Thanks, love. <3
            
            I made a very small bit of progress on Ch. 2 of OS&S, as well as Ch. III of SoC earlier tonight after getting home from some errand-running, but between the heat & not hearing from very many of my followers, it's been difficult to stay motivated & inspired.
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            For now, I'm just relaxing & keeping an eye out for any potential questions like the ones you voiced in Ch. 13, and also staying alert just in case anyone decides to disregard my boundaries.
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            Thank you for the kind comment wave on MTF; I hope SoC & everything else will serve as quality reprieves for you, too. <3
            
            ~Love, Lizz
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer I hope your writing adventures are fulfilling and you're able to make some headway on your projects! ♥️
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SunsetMercer

Honestly, I'm not sure if I'll get much done today, writing-wise.
          
          I got *maybe* 6 hours of sleep last night, give or take.
          
          On top of that, my morning online had an unpleasant start thanks to a selfish, inconsiderate user who, like many other users have on my stories over the course of my time on this platform, decided to skip over the previous chapters of "More Than Fate" & leave a stupid, art commission-self-promo comment at the very bottom.
          
          So, I had to deal with deleting that unsolicited trash & blocking the jerkwad who thought it was perfectly alright to post in the first place.
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          I've been trying my best to move past that crap-filled part of my day, but it hasn't been easy.
          
          0 new writing or aesthetic board-making progress has been made yet today.
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          You all know the drill- catch up on my previous announcements when you get the chance {if you haven't already}, if any questions regarding my established boundaries, current projects, or anything else arise, ask *me*, & feel free to jump back into/give a fair chance to whichever books of mine you're not done reading or are willing to check out. <3
          
          Stay safe & hydrated, on & offline. Keep an eye out for potential status update posts and/or new chapters from yours truly. <3
          
          ~Love, a hopeful & mentally tired Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@AthenaPersephone9 Yeah, definitely no bueno.
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            Thank you, Ella. <3
            
            I'm...I'm trying my best to power through. Not sure how soon I'll be back to 100%.
            
            ~Love, Lizzie
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AthenaPersephone9

@SunsetMercer Sorry to hear that...I hate those scam comments, I just ignore them or delete them.  It sucks because I think for a second that I got a genuine comment on my book.  It must feel awful.
            
            I hope you're doing alright...take as much time as you need for yourself.  Writing is a happy place <3
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer I'll wish you a speedy mental recovery. Hopefully, those creative pieces begin to fit together once again after a break. 
            
            It's honestly not a problem. I absolutely love spreading some love over on your page, as I'm sure many others do too. You truly deserve it and much more. ♥️
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SunsetMercer

Happy Monday; welcome to a brand-new week! Is anyone else excited that Spooky Season is on the horizon, or is it just me? <33
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          So, status updates-
          
          ~ I made a tiny bit more progress on my rough draft for Ch. 6 of MitM earlier today, including the creation of two new Hogwarts upperclassmen student OCs that I'm pretty excited for you guys to meet. <3
          
          ~ Since I ran into a bothersome bit of writer's block in it, though, I'm going to set Ms. Maddie's story on the backburner for *a few hours* & see if I can make better progress on SoC's Ch. III, LQAA's 4th chapter/2nd question-designated ch., and/or 'Tonight' in "Toil & Trouble". <333
          
          ~ Speaking of MitM, at the moment, Book 1 of Ms. Adora's time at Hogwarts is ranked #1 in 'The Weasleys'! <33
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          In other news, due to Wattpad's rocky reliability in sending new announcements to everyone's notif feeds, I strongly recommend that you all try your best to manually check the message boards of those you follow--myself included--at least once or twice a day, so you don't fall out of the loop on things. <3
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          Crossing my fingers that this week & the weeks to come will see an increase in genuine, active, & boundary-respecting audience members on my projects, especially "Storms of Change", "The Scarlet Start", & "More Than Fate". <3333 
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          Wishing you all a safe, well-hydrated day/night, & endlessly enchanting reading adventures, if you have the time & focus to dive back in/give an unexplored voyage a fair chance! <33333
          
          ~Love, Lizzie

SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer That honestly sounds like so much fun! 
            
            It's not a problem! Your stories, as I believe I've said numerous times before, deserve all the love in the world. They're such a joy to read, and your original characters are always so sweet. I love how they interact with the canon characters. It's nice having something heartwarming to read after a long day! ♥️
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SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith Yeah, it's always been a particularly special time of year for me, both before & after my brief 2-Spooky Season run as a scare actress at my somewhat-local amusement park, aka, the first job I ever had. <33
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            Thank you so much, sweetheart. Yeah, here's hoping, long as Lady Luck obliges. <3
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            As always, that's wonderful to hear. Your waves of love, intrigue, & enthusiasm on Kenzie's story, as well as my other works that've caught your eye, never cease to make me smile, &, by extension, all the more excited to continue weaving those treasured worlds. <3333
            
            ~All of my love, Lizz
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer You are most certainly not the only one excited for spooky season. I am also excited for it. I can't believe next week is September already! 
            
            That's great news! Congrats on all the progress you've made so far. That achievement is brilliant. Hopefully, that writer's block will leave you alone sometime soon, so you can return to your wonderful worlds. 
            
            Looking forward to diving back into your worlds sometime soon! ♥️
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SunsetMercer

Good evening, darlings! I hope everyone's weekend is coming to a close on the safest & sweetest of notes! <33
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          First & foremost, I've added a new, important note to my bio underneath the "DON'TS" section of my page-wide boundaries. Please read it as soon as you get the chance. <3
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          Next, earlier today, I made another LOVELY bout of progress on the rough draft for Ch. 6 of "Magic in the Making"!!! <333
          
          If Lady Luck swings in my favor, you guys might just get Ch. 6--& perhaps 7, too--sometime tomorrow {Monday}! <3333
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          Last, but certainly not least, if you haven't done so already, don't forget to *FULLY* read & reply to my previous announcement when your time & headspace allow! That post holds my latest chapter-finishing-&-debuting achievements. <333333
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          This *WILL* be my final announcement for the night, though I'll still be online to answer questions & read any new comments that pour in for another hour or two. <33
          
          ~Love, forevermore, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith For REALLL!!! It's felt AMAZINGGG!!! <3333
            
            Yes, ma'am, I'll GLADLY accept as many crossed fingers & other votes of confidence as I can get! <33333
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            Music to my ears. <33
            
            Yeah, sad, but quite relevant, as much as I hate to say it.
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            Wishing the very same & so much more for you, sweetheart. The sheer amount of compassion & light you bring to this corner of mine would make Apollo & Aphrodite speechless with pride. <3333333
            
            ~Love you now, love you always, Lady Lizzie
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer Ooh, that's so much writing you've done in the space of so many days! You're well and truly outdoing yourself. I'll keep my fingers crossed that Lady Luck will remain on your side for the foreseeable in all your writing goals. 
            
            I've read the don't's part of your bio and they're all still fine with me. I always think your boundaries should be used no matter the profile anyway as a lot of it is just decent online etiquette. Unfortunately, some people forget another person is behind the screen, but they are growing bolder to do it to people's faces as of late too. :(
            
            On a brighter note, I hope you have a wonderful remainder of your night filled with all the positivity that one can manifest! ♥️
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SunsetMercer

Happy Sunday, my loves!!! <333
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          I've just finished debuting Ch. 13 of "More Than Fate" & the first 3 chapters of "Lizzie's Q&A Archive"! <3333
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          Please keep in mind, you will *NOT* be able to read past LQAA's first *2* chapters until you have *FULLY* caught up on *ALL* of "More Than Fate"'s current chapters; 'Chapter 13- Deserved Delights {Part I}' included! <3
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          Now that I've *FINALLY* achieve those goals, I'm going to take a little break. Then, I will be *laser-focused* on finishing Ch. 6 & 7 of "Magic in the Making", so that my darling Topazes won't be kept in suspense much longer regarding what's next for our blossoming Quartz Quartet! <3333333
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          Stay safe, stay hydrated, stay tuned for more status updates from yours truly, & Happy Reading!!! <33333333
          
          ~Forever yours, Lady Lizzie Lupin

SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith It's been my pleasure to do so, darling! <3333
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            SUPER PSYCHED to hear all of your incredible thoughts, predictions, & other amazing insights on Ch. 13!!! <33333
            
            ~Sending all my love & appreciation, Lizzie Lupin
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer Wow! You've well and truly spoiled us with all of these updates. Ahh, I'm so excited to dive back in later today once my headspace allows. I can't wait to read what about Kenzie again! ♥️
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SunsetMercer

@sfridley Lovely to hear on all counts! Thank you very much! <333
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            Yes, of course, that's perfectly alright with me. 'Love' is one of my favorite terms to call you guys. Thank you for double-checking, sweetheart. <3333
            
            ~Love, across time & space, Lizzie
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SunsetMercer

Seems that I've jinxed myself once again. LQAA's debut & the next two chapters of Ms. Mackenzie Forge's life will have to wait until tomorrow {Saturday}, as I don't have the right headspace, energy, or laptop charge to give them the attention they deserve.
          
          Thank you all for your continued patience & grace regarding my delays. I strive to never take that--much less the genuine friendship you've given me--for granted. <33
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          Per usual, please make sure to carefully read & reply to my previous announcements when you get the chance. <3
          
          Please don't beat yourselves up if Glitchpad's acting up. Some things just can't be helped. <3
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          Have a lovely night, dreams sweet as your favored treat(s) of choice, & may my projects continue to offer a solid, enchanting reprieve when the mood to read strikes ya. <3333
          
          'Till tomorrow, sweetsparks. <33333
          
          ~Love, through storms & droughts, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith Truer words were never spoken, lovely! <333
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer Aww, that's fantastic news. You've seriously been on a roll lately, delays or not. ♥️
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SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith Very true, & I'm so glad my delays have been well worth the wait for you guys thus far. <33
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            Luckily, I *FINALLY* finished the rough draft for Ch. 13 last night, so I'm going to edit & debut it right after breakfast! <333
            
            And, back-to-back with that debut, I'll be publishing the first 3 chapters of "Lizzie's Q&A Archive", since those are all written, edited, & rockin' ready to go!!! <3333333
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            Yes, ma'am, I did, indeed! <333
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            Stay tuned, sweetheart; it won't be long before my next wave of new chapters comes your way! ;D <33333
            
            ~All of my love & light, Lizzie
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SunsetMercer

Good morning/afternoon, my darlings, & Happy Friday!!! <333
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          I'm pleased to say that I *CAN* guarantee you guys the following chapters later today-
          
          ~ "More Than Fate {Jasper Hale x OC}"- 'Ch. 13- Deserved Delights' & 'Act II'.
          
          ~ "Lizzie's Q&A Archive"- Ch. 1-3 {Back-to-back debut}
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          I meant to include this in yesterday's announcement, so here it is-
          
          ~ While I haven't been in the school system for quite some time, I'm well aware that some of you are back in school or nearing that time as students and/or teachers.
          
          ~ I understand & respect that your academics will cause delays in your engagement throughout my community, both here on my board & in the comments of my various adventures. That's okay; there is 0 judgment.
          
          ~ Aside from continuing to abide by *ALL* of my page-wide boundaries at *ALL* times, I ask this of you. Please *DO NOT* let my announcements & stories--those that have struck your genuine interest--distract you from your homework, lesson plans, studies, & all other school/job-centric assignments.
          
          ~ As you know, I've cultivated this community to be a comfortable, welcoming, LGBTQ+ safespace where we can bond over my oceans of stories, characters, & everything in between. However, I *NEVER* want this sanctuary to harm your academic and/or work responsibilities.
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          I'm pretty sure that covers everything. Thank you to the sweet souls who replied to yesterday's post. <333
          
          Stay safe, stay hydrated, stay tuned for more updates, & remember my projects are always open when *you* feel ready to immerse yourselves in 'em. <3333
          
          ~Forever yours, in every lifetime & universe, Lady Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith Welcome, welcome! Melodies to my heart & soul, as always!!! <3333
            ~ ~ ~
            That's good to hear. Yeah, the doomscrolling habit is quite hard to abandon completely, especially at our lowest points. <3
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            Thank you kindly, my darling! <33333
            
            ~Love you 3000, Lizzie
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SkullantacySmith

@SunsetMercer I'm back! That's amazing news. Looking forward to being able to dive into your works once again. 
            
            No problem! Thankfully, for most of my job I don't have many responsibilities outside of schools, so plenty of time to myself (so long as I don't work in private nurseries). I just need to kick my habit of doom scrolling. 
            
            Same to you! Looking forward to your future announcements with hopefully some good news about your current writing goals and future projects! ♥️
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AthenaPersephone9

@SunsetMercer Good to know, thank you!
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SunsetMercer

Happy Almost-Friday! <33
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          Quick question, have my latest announcements been reaching your notif feeds, has there been a delay in them popping up, or are they not registering at all?
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          Status updates-
          
          ~ I've finished writing & editing the 1st 2 chapters of LQAA & made quite a bit of progress on the rough draft for Ch. 3/first question-designated chapter yesterday! <33
          
          ~ I've also made a lovely bout of progress on writing Ch. 13 of "More Than Fate" & am quickly nearing the homestretch of its rough draft! The 'Act II' introductory ch. is already finished; I just need to find two suitable images for it over on Pinterest. <333
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          Currently, I plan on finishing & debuting MTF's next two chapters by 2:30 pm {EST} today--if not sooner--and then, publishing "Lizzie's Q&A Archive" with its first 3 chapters back-to-back either later on this evening or early tomorrow. <3
          
          Once I achieve all of the above, *MOST* of my focus will be on finishing Ch. 2 of OS&S, Ch. 6 & 7 of MitM, along with Ch. 1 & 2 of TSS. <33
          
          {I want to get those to you guys before jumping back on SoC.}
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          Per usual, if you've got any questions/need 1 or more somethings clarified, let me know! <333
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          Don't forget to catch up on whichever works of mine have struck your fancy or give an unexplored adventure a fair chance! Every sincere comment wave helps immensely in the long run! <3333
          
          ~Love, Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@AthenaPersephone9 Yeah, I hear that loud & clear. Here's hoping it gets its crap together before Spooky Season arrives. <3
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            Amen, sister. Every bit of progress is a victory in my eyes. <333
            
            ~Love you 3000, Lizzie
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AthenaPersephone9

@SunsetMercer Sadly, Glitchpad has been getting to me the past month and I've been having to physically check some message boards to look for announcements.
            
            That's all wonderful!  I'm glad you've been able to make so much progress.  I've been working pretty hard this week and it's great to hear that another friend has made a lot of book progress.
            
            <3
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SunsetMercer

@Marie_jkkkkkkk Hey, Marie! It's been a long time; glad to hear from you again! <33
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            Thank you for that, I appreciate it. Life definitely tends to throw a LOT on our plates, no matter what flavor of chaos it happens to be. <3
            
            Just remember to *only* catch up on everything when *you* have solid windows of time & the right headspace to. <33
            
            As I'm sure you know, I ALWAYS prefer *delayed, wholehearted* comment waves on my works & messages on my board over rushed, not-fully-thought-through things. <3
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            If you've got any questions for me about my books--new & old--and/or need a reading catch-up list, let me know & I'll be more than happy to help. <3333
            
            ~Love, Lizzie
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SunsetMercer

I've got more AMAZING news for you all! <33
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          First, though, please don't forget to *read & reply* to my announcement from last night! It holds a golden opportunity for everyone who wants to go the extra mile in helping your girl make some decisions about my on-the-horizon bonus material project, "Lizzie's Q&A Archive"! <333
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          Speaking of LQAA, I've finished designing the cover art for it, and added the complete summary & set of tags, as well! <3333
          
          With any luck, you guys will get the first 3-5 chapters later this week!!! <33333
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          Now, a sweet-as-sugar status update for my Fate-Weavers & any potential newbie audience members in "More Than Fate {Jasper Hale x OC}"! <3
          
          I've just made another *PHENOMENAL* bout of progress on Ch. 13's *FINAL* POV!!! <333333
          
          So, if you want to join along for that ride anytime soon, all new readers are welcome, no matter if you're new to the fandom or a seasoned soul within it, like yours truly. <333
          
          As usual, if you need *anything* clarified about MTF--and/or my other projects--just hit me up, & I'll be glad to help! <3333
          
          ~Love you 3000, Lady Lizzie

SunsetMercer

@AthenaPersephone9 Thank you, my friend!!! <3333
            
            ~Love you lots, Lizz
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AthenaPersephone9

@SunsetMercer That's all so exciting!  Happy to hear about all of your progress :)
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SunsetMercer

@SkullantacySmith HONESTLY! I've become my writer's block's worst nightmare, & I LOVEEEE it!!! <3333
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            Delightful to hear, as usual! Hope you're having a lovely night! <33333
            
            ~Love you now, love you always, Lizzie
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