Yes... I know... I've Got Hot Guys on My Substack. Lemme 'splain, Lucy.
From thirst traps to thoughtful writing tips—welcome to the glow-up of this newsletter.
Okay, let’s just address it up front.
You’re scrolling through my post history and wondering, “Why are there shirtless vampire heartthrobs all over this feed?”
Fair question. 😅
This Substack used to be home to my paranormal romance world—where brooding immortals, sexy werewolves, and emotionally wounded men with excellent abs roamed free.
And honestly? I regret nothing.
That content still lives here as a tribute to the storytelling magic I adore—and as a case study for you, dear writer, on how to connect with your audience through character-driven, emotionally rich branding. (Hotness optional.)
But today? This feed is reborn.
Because now, it’s also a place for writers like you.
You might be just getting started without a clue where to begin.
Or maybe you've been publishing for years, but you're tired. Disillusioned. Stuck in the churn.
Or maybe you're somewhere in the middle—still figuring out what kind of author you want to be.
Wherever you are, this space is for you.
I’m Arial Burnz, and for the past fifteen years I’ve worn just about every publishing hat there is:
Author.
Editor.
Cover designer.
Instructor.
I’ve coached first-time writers through their very first stories.
I’ve guided seasoned authors through burnout.
I’ve run multi-book launches, built mailing lists from scratch, taught live courses, and—yes—stared at blinking cursors, wondering if I could still do this.
So when I say I understand the emotional and logistical rollercoaster that is the writing life… I mean it.
Why Writing Reborn?
Because too many authors are trying to outrun burnout instead of preventing it.
Because the advice out there often feels like this:
“Write faster. Release more. Build your audience. Do it all. And hurry.”
And while strategy does matter—so does your sanity.
I created Writing Reborn as a place where:
Creativity is honored, not rushed.
Your schedule serves your story—not the other way around.
Mindset, craft, and publishing wisdom work together to support you.
And you’re reminded that you don’t need to write like anyone else to be successful.
What to Expect
This newsletter is still growing—but here’s what’s coming:
Writing tips that are actually doable
Mindset shifts that support (not shame) you
Sustainable publishing advice
Behind-the-scenes posts from my own journey
I’ll also be sharing progress on the Writing Reborn course—a program designed to help you write, revise, and publish at a pace that fits your life.
If You're Still Reading…
Then maybe something here resonates with you.
Maybe you’re tired of trying to keep up.
Or maybe you're ready to start, but not sure how.
You don’t need to write a book a month.
You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to keep going—and find a way to do it that works for you.
That’s what Writing Reborn is here to help with.
Thanks for being here at the beginning.
There’s so much more to come.
🖋️ —Arial Burnz
Founder, Writing Reborn