CREATE. WRITE. THRIVE.
13 years in school, 4 years of college, 13 years working at a school… You might say I’m conditioned to refocus on education during September’s Back-to-School Season 😁 And even though I made a leap at the end … Continued
I’m writing you this love letter in response to one of the most common frustrations that readers share with me. It goes something like this: “I know I’m meant to write, but when I sit down and try to start, … Continued
I think it’s safe to say that the last month and a half has been an intense time. You can use several words to describe it, actually. Uncertain. Distressing. Emotional. Pick your adjective! And if you’re a storyteller, I’ll bet … Continued
Frequently, I hear from writers who feel miserable. “I know I want to write, but I don’t know what.” Or, “I want to be an author but I’m not sure how to start!” Honestly, is there any writer who hasn’t … Continued
This article may contain affiliate links. That means I earn a small commission on purchases made through these links, at no extra cost to you. It’s a win-win 🙂 Let’s not quibble about whether or not writer’s … Continued
Do you want to grow as a writer? I hope so, because we all should. Heck, think about how different the world would be if all human beings were focused on growth instead of comparison. Let’s be honest: … Continued
It’s the writer’s enemy, the thief of pages. It can derail the most dedicated, and sneak up on even seasoned writers. Its mere mention can send shudders of shame and loathing through the creative heart. But we need to talk … Continued
Year’s end is always a time for reflection at Cole Smith Writes creative headquarters. (That’s code for my spare bedroom a.k.a. my office and where we keep all the extra quilts…) What did you love to read on the blog … Continued
Does a clean writing desk actually matter? I humbly but strongly hypothesize that it does. It’s funny, this is one of those topics that elicits a strong response. There seems to be no middle ground. Many experts and … Continued
Do you dream of turning your writing (passion, compulsion, obsession–it’s so much more than a hobby!) into a sustainable career? I’m not going to tell you that it’s easy, or even that it’s easier than working a nine-to-five for someone … Continued