The 3 Words That Will Change Your Life
Have you ever had a moment that affected your writing trajectory so profoundly, it could change your life? A few years ago, I was sitting in the audience of a panel discussion when I heard three words that shifted my … Continued
3 Big Reasons You Should Attend a Conference
Have you ever thought about attending a conference but wondered if it would be worth the time and money? The truth is, attending a conference can benefit you in ways you might not expect. When I’ve attended writers’ … Continued
Chase Your Creative Heroes This Summer
How well do you know your heroes? Last year was the summer I stalked Mark Twain. It started by chance, with me browsing at the library. I spotted the audiobook, Mark Twain: A Life by Ron … Continued
3 Ways to Slow Down and Savor Summer
Do you remember the delicious last day of school, your entire unspoiled summer break stretched out before you? Can you feel the tantalizing approach of lazy days and relaxation? I love the cyclical nature of working at school! I still … Continued
Find Inspiration In Your Family’s Past
Is there anything more fascinating than your own family’s past? A few years ago, I started doing a little genealogy. I say a little, because I thought my family tree would be pretty simple, but the branches really, well, branched. … Continued
Use Creative Rest to Increase Your Productivity
For Creatives, it’s easy to get wrapped up in our passion and focus on our long-term goals. We race along, balancing the demands of daily life with our commitment to carve out as much time for our project as possible, … Continued
Camp NaNoWrimo
Would you like to attend “An Idyllic Writers’ Retreat, Smack-Dab in the Middle of Your Crazy Life”? Then give Camp NaNoWriMo a go. It’s a month-long, online writers’ camp filled with encouragement, puns, and lots of inspiration. The … Continued
3 Easy Ways to Increase Word Count
Do you remember the most words you’ve ever written in one day? For me, it was a few years ago, on the last Saturday in November. NaNoWriMo time was running out… I wrote 12,000 words! (But a lot of them … Continued
How to Find the Right Mentor
In the last post, I told you the reasons it’s crucial to have a mentor. But how do you find the right person? And how do you approach them? Here are a few considerations when searching for a mentor … Continued
5 Reasons Every Writer Needs a Mentor
We know writing is a solitary pursuit. No one but your Muse can really sit in the chair with you. (And, for the most part, our Muses seem to be a pretty abusive group, so you can forget that kind … Continued