Productivity

Summer: so full of expectations, but oh-so-fleeting. Do you think the Planner vs. Pantser debate can spill over into writers’ philosophies regarding summer time? If so, with which camp do you identify? Do you make a list of must-do activities, … Continued

Some time ago, I published a post called How to Start a Writer’s Notebook. It turned out to be a hit on Pinterest this week (Spring is writing journal season–who knew?), so I decided to make a few free, printable … Continued

The temperatures are soaring, the birds are singing, and the trees and flowers are bursting into bloom. It’s time to shake off the cozy lethargy of winter and clear out the cobwebs. It’s also the perfect opportunity to examine your … Continued

I recently discovered a problem with reading personal growth books. But I love these types of self-help books! In 2018, I read more of them than fiction (which is saying a lot, for me)! It was toward the end of … Continued

There just never seems to be enough time to do all the things that you need to do–let alone the things you want to do! It can seem impossible to find margin in your schedule for anything, especially writing. Where … Continued

Congratulations, Author! It’s time to let your book fly away from you, into the public and into the hearts of your readers. You’ve worked hard for this, and I’m *so* proud of you! What’s next? As you’re designing your launch … Continued

So many fabulous writers I know have this weird disconnect when it comes to their talents. They think they can’t serve their communities because they don’t have “real skills”. (Listen, writing is hard! If it’s not a “real skill” then … Continued

Lately, I’ve heard a few different people mention that they feel like they’ve got zero support in their quests. One friend mentioned that her friends and family not only doubted her goals, they offered little to no positive encouragement. She … Continued