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Welcome to my blog
Hey there! I'm S. Jennifer Paulson, a former award-winning journalist for Gannett/The USA TODAY Network. Now, I've finally finished and published my first novel. Follow me on my journey of publishing and touting my psychological/domestic thriller, Boomerang, future books (I've got one outlined that I'm ready to start writing) — and whatever else happens along the way.

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Happiness Has a Boarding Pass: What a No-Travel Year Taught Me
Financial stress stole my joy. But science — and a sorely-needed solo trip — helped me find my spark again. Yes, travel does factor into personal happiness. Just ask author S. Jennifer Paulson, who ditched it for a year — and learned a lot about herself and what makes her feel fulfilled. A year ago, I gave up traveling. It hasn’t been a good couple of years. Job changes. Surprise developments. Hefty bills that came out of nowhere. An unraveling of the beautiful life I thought

S. Jennifer Paulson
Oct 286 min read


When Life Changes, the Story Does Too.
I had a plan. But then, the universe told me that’s not how it was going to work. S. Jennifer Paulson published her first book in 2024. Her second is in the works, but taking a little longer. Life, you know... A year ago, I thought I had this thing called life figured out. I had a plan, a rhythm, a version of “normal” that made sense. Then life threw me a curveball ( again ). Suddenly, I was standing in the middle of a story I didn’t write, wondering, “Now what do I do?” So h

S. Jennifer Paulson
Oct 215 min read


Is self or trad publishing better? One of the many things zipping through my mind...
Boomerang was just the start. I've got a whole slew of stories. And I'm working on book two. Yeah, I know. It’s been a little quiet over...

S. Jennifer Paulson
May 184 min read


Beware of Phishing Scams Targeting Indie Authors for Reviews and Publicity
Indie authors, brace for spamming, phishing and other BS.

S. Jennifer Paulson
May 17, 20244 min read


Are unlikely friendships far-fetched?
Sometimes, we find friendship in unexpected places. And despite the strangeness of such relationships, they are possible and amazing.

S. Jennifer Paulson
Apr 23, 20243 min read


Indies helping indies? Yep, it's a thing.
Indie authors, no need to despair. There's a whole community of us who want to see you succeed.

S. Jennifer Paulson
Apr 14, 20244 min read


Should I look at my book reviews?
The consensus is in. Authors, don't read your book's reviews.

S. Jennifer Paulson
Apr 3, 20243 min read


Fear? It shouldn't be a factor in life goals
Don't let fear dictate your life. That dream that's been eating at you forever sticks around for a reason, says author S. Jennifer Paulson.

S. Jennifer Paulson
Mar 19, 20243 min read


Boomerang is a dark thriller novel. Just like life can be.
For this author, tales of alcohol abuse are a constant reminder of where she's been -- and how she doesn't want to go back to drinking.

S. Jennifer Paulson
Mar 13, 20243 min read


$#%&! My parents can't read this book!
As I'm closing in on getting Boomerang set to share with the world, I'm starting to get a little nervous. As in, my family can't read this!

S. Jennifer Paulson
Feb 17, 20244 min read

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