Author Blog | Sarah Kate Ishii | Fantasy Author

Oct 16, 20217 min read

What it's like writing an adult fantasy series

I'm halfway through writing my first adult fantasy series. I thought I'd share what the writing journey's been like across the books.

Sep 25, 20215 min read

Values for life: lessons from the dōjō

People find values for life anywhere. As for me, I learned mine in a dōjō. These are my lessons from the dōjō and how they help lifestyles.

Sep 19, 20217 min read

6 fantasy books for teens - recommended reading lists

If you're looking for recommended YA reading, check out this list of 6 fantasy books for teens. Have you read any of these YA books?

Sep 12, 20212 min read

Learning digital art #2—コウペンちゃん

My second exploration into learning digital art . This time, my reference was コウペンちゃん (Koupen-chan). It's so cute!

Sep 11, 20218 min read

6 favourite childhood books—recommended reading lists

Papa and I have been sorting through my books back in England, and it made me reminisce some of my favourite childhood books. Let's share!

Sep 8, 20212 min read

Learning digital art #1—Pantherlily from Fairy Tail

Here's my attempt at learning digital art #1—Pantherlily from Fairy Tail. Onwards on a journey to a new skill: to learn digital art.

Sep 5, 20214 min read

Embrace being an amateur and share your work

I recently read Austin Kleon's book called Share your Work. I loved his lesson to embrace being an amateur and share your work. Here's how!

Sep 4, 20217 min read

The Taste of Change—Magical Fantasy Short Story

A while ago, I was excited to have a piece of my writing published in an anthology. The theme choices were past, present, future, and...

Aug 3, 20216 min read

How I approached my manuscript appraisal for Dynasty Codes Book One

I finally get to share with you the news that I've finished reviewing my manuscript post manuscript appraisal, and it's now gone back to...

Jul 3, 20214 min read

Making time for writing: mini writing retreat

Making time for writing on a mini writing retreat with a friend. What did we do and why should you have a writing weekend too?

Jun 16, 20219 min read

8 top tips for how to self edit your book: writing skills

Self-editing your writing doesn't have to be hard. If you know key things to look out for, it's easy. Here's how to self edit your book.

Jun 7, 20214 min read

Empower yourself: how can fantasy books help with self-empowerment?

Can you empower yourself through fantasy stories? Reading fantasy books allows you to experience lives beyond your own for a moment of magic