Volunteer Spotlight: Shawnee Bysh
Welcome to the Mighty Pens 2021! This year we have so many wonderful volunteers standing behind us and we want to make sure everyone gets the recognition they deserve. Each week, we’ll be spotlighting one or more of our volunteers, and they can tell you in their own words a little bit about them and why they are a part of the Mighty Pens team.
Today is Shawnee Bysh’s day! Always down to talk about writing, you can check her out on her blog, on Twitter @StarQuillQuilter, and on Instagram @wittywonderwriter.
Q: Tell us a little about yourself.
A: I love to crochet, Writing.. can’t forget the writing, Cooking/baking, I love cozy mysteries, mysteries. Even that I was born smack dab in the middle of summer/August. I have a strong aversion to summer. I prefer the autumn chill and winter.
Q: Tell us about your pets!
A: Used to have a crazy cat named Yoda. I still laugh about her first Christmas with us. We miss her still. Currently we are unable to have a cat.
Q: What are you currently reading/watching? What was your last 5 star read?
A: Not reading (as much as I’d like too.) Watching not really anything particular.
Q: Are you a plotter or a pantser?
A: Plantser
Q: What’s your favorite writing snack or beverage?
A: None (I just want to write)
Q: What’s in your ears while you write?
A: I do have headphones on. But I don’t listen to music. Actually can’t stand it. I do listen to old-time radio comedies or dramas.
Q: Have you participated in NaNoWriMo before? Have you won? Are you participating this year?
A: I have several times but only got through one year as a winner.
Q: What do you write? And if you can, tell us what you are working on now or will be working on for NaNo.
A: Mystery, paranormal, adventure Fantasy, Scifi
Q: Any advice for someone who is joining the Mighty Pens or NaNoWriMo for the first time this year?
A: Don’t get stressed out if you don’t make a goal. Just enjoy the company and the writing ride.
Q: Are you a Mighty Pens vet or a newcomer? Why did you decide to become a volunteer?
A: I have been on mighty pens a while.
Q: What’s your favorite part about the Mighty Pens?
A: The people. Who are awesome! Getting to do something for the world.
Q: Do you have a special connection to WeForest? Or just like raising money for a good cause?
A: I just like helping where I can make a difference
Thanks for everything you do over here, Shawnee! We’re always looking forward to more talks on Discord 🙂
