Wattpad User Name: @MikaelaBender

Author Name: Mikaela Bender

Tell us a little bit about yourself

I'm a college student who's majoring in Editing, Writing, and Media. I love dancing, musicals, and cinnamon rolls.

What genre do you write in? Why are you drawn to the genre?

Science fiction and fantasy because the possibilities are endless.

What is your most memorable moment on Wattpad?

When I got the message that Of Sirens and Beasts was going to be published in Once Upon Now, I started crying in a room by myself.

Do you think that writing on a platform such as Wattpad has helped you grow as a writer?

Yes! Having readers wanting your work and expecting a certain quality are huge motivators in getting better!

What advice can you give to those that are just starting out on their online writing journey?

Try posting a chapter everyday of one story to give it the best chance of getting noticed.

What books have most influenced your life most?

The Bible and I can't really think of anything else. It's hard for a book to really impact me for long term.

Are you a published author? If so, what name do you write under.

I am! I still write under Mikaela Bender.

Readers can connect with Mikaela outside of Wattpad as follows:

Twitter: @MikaelaBender

Instagram: Mikaela122

Recipe Name: Float

I can't cook but I do love making floats!

Is there a special story behind the recipe? If so can you tell us a little bit about it?

I loved going to the Marriott in Marco Island when I was little and having a root beer float by the pool.

Ingredients

Any soda you like. I love Dr. Pepper.

Vanilla ice cream. You can't go wrong with Blue Bell.

Directions

Fill a glass a little under 3/4 of the way full with scoops of ice cream and then slowly pour the soda in until the fizz comes to the top of the glass.

Let it sit for a moment and add a fun, colorful straw.

Grab a book and hit the poolside to enjoy your float.

This one is bound to be a hit in my family. Thanks, Mikaela, for sharing.

Don't forget to check out Mikaela's Wattpad Block Party post on the 2nd of August

Make sure you put @KellyAnneBlount 's Wattpad Block Party in your library and party with us all August long!

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