Thank you for having me on your blog yet again, Mary! (((Love having you on my blog!)))
My experience on the Cozy Book Nook podcast was wonderful and so eye-opening. The individuals who spoke on the podcast really peeled back the curtain to show me what the writing world is really like with all of its threads and connections. I’ll never forget the amazing advice they shared, and how happy they were that I am pursuing my dreams. (((So sweet! Love you!)))
I hope they will welcome me onto their marvelous podcast sometime soon for the second time so that I can expand my knowledge further. Their kindness has been unbelievable, and now that I know the gist of how this podcast on X works, perhaps I can contribute some of my knowledge as well. Learning from each other is one of the best things that authors can do in my humble opinion. With perseverance and lots of hard work, we can help each other soar as much as we have, maybe more. Authors helping authors is a powerful mindset. (((We will have you back the first Tuesday after school ends in May.)))
Talking to people from other countries was enlightening and again, very eye-opening too. It’s been very cool to continue conversations with some of the individuals, and knowing that my book is located in countries like Trinidad and Tobago, Russia, and Germany (among others) is unreal. I never would have thought that it would reach that far across the globe. It’s almost like a Snow: Cursed revolution spreading around the world. I’ll never forget how much some of those people have helped me in the literary world.
The knowledge that all of these wonderful individuals have shared will continue to inspire, help, and shape me as I ensue in my long and enduring career as an upcoming esteemed author. And Mary, a stellar award-winning author, thank you so much for taking me under your wing and showing me the intricate workings of what it’s like to be a writer. You will inspire me for the rest of my years. As a word of advice from me, if you have written a book and have not published it, go for it and just believe in yourself! You are worth much more than you know, and so are the magical words you place effortlessly—and sometimes painstakingly—on the page.
“This is a remarkable debut from a new, young author. It is full of familiar characters, but with a fresh and new perspective. I wanted to read it all at once, just to see who would come along next! It’s almost as though you’ve run into some old friends and get to spend pages and pages getting to know them again, but with a deeper understanding that would never have come from a children’s picture book. I highly recommend giving this book a read.”
“This isn’t your average fairytale! Snow’s journey from perfect princess to questioning everything she’s ever known is full of secrets, magic, and moral twists. Fast-paced and full of heart, it’s a thrilling read that keeps you guessing till the very end!”
“You would never know this book was written by a teen. So many twists, lots of excitement! Very well written!”
“After reading Snow: Cursed, I was struck by the icy tension, the emotional depth of the characters, and the way Willa R. FInnegan blended supernatural intrigue with lyrical storytelling. Her ability to craft atmosphere and mood, places her among the rising voices in modern fantasy fiction. Snow: Cursed has all the makings of a breakout success.”
“Willa R. Finnegan’s “Snow: Cursed” is a bold, lyrical reimagining of fairy tale tropes, balancing emotional depth with irreverent humor. The novel reframes the story of Snow White through confessional, poetic narration and sharp, modern dialogue.
Finnegan’s writing is emotionally resonant and hauntingly lyrical. Her use of repetition—“Once upon a time, I was good. Once upon a time, I was evil…”—adds a mythic gravity to Snow’s inner turmoil, while shifting perspectives keep the narrative intimate and fluid. Good and evil are not absolutes here but evolving states shaped by trauma, choice, and self-perception.
Themes of identity, disability, and belonging are delicately intertwined throughout. Snow’s wheelchair is depicted with refreshing pragmatism—it serves as both a hindrance and a powerful symbol of strength and defiance.
“Snow: Cursed” combines fable and farce in a part gothic fairytale, part twisted adventure completely unique. Finnegan’s voice is at once ancient and current, a candid reckoning laced with whimsy and grit.”
When Angels Fly 