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Slowing Down to Move Forward: Insights from a Cross-Country Adventure
I recently returned from a trip to the United States. It was three weeks of constant movement. In the time I was away, I traveled through six states, five major US cities, two major Argentine towns, and more than ten thousand miles from my Salta home to Brooklyn, my...
Finding and Joining the Perfect Writing Community for You
When you’re an author searching for the perfect writing community, it’s essential to know what kind of support you need. Writing is a solitary activity, and being part of a community can offer invaluable guidance, inspiration, and accountability. Here's how to find...
Crafting Brilliance: A Guide to Working with Professional Editors
Finding the right editor for your work can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. It’s a significant investment, both in terms of time and money, In this post, I’ll down the process of finding and working with a professional editor so you can make sure you’re...
Spark Rekindled: Exercises to Reignite Inspiration in Your Writing
When your writing feels flat, or you don’t have ideas, there are numerous ways to jumpstart your creativity and get the words flowing again. As writers, we all encounter moments when our minds seem void of inspiration, our fingers hover above the keyboard, and every...
The Courage to Share: Overcoming Self-Promotion Hurdles in Your Writing Journey
Self-promotion is the bane of most writers’ lives. It’s unfortunately also necessary if you want people to read what you write. Self-promotion is the opposite of writing. Writing is a solitary exercise. Even when you have a writing community to turn to for feedback or...
Plot Perfection: A Guide to Crafting Compelling Narratives
Creating a story that captivates readers from beginning to end is an art. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting, it’s essential to understand how to craft a compelling narrative. This guide will walk you through the key elements of plotting your story with...
Time Mastery for Writers: Strategies to Maximize Your Creative Hours
Time is your most precious resource, mastering your time is crucial to maximizing your creative hours and achieving your writing goals. When you understand your natural rhythms and establish a solid writing routine, it can make all the difference. In this post, I’ll...
Crafting a Writing Mission Statement for Success
You have to know what you want in order to create a sustainable and satisfying writing life. This journey begins with a vision. You need a clear idea of what your writing life will include. What will you write? What kind of rhythm will your life have? Where will you...
Turn Trauma into Triumph: How to Channel Your Pain into Powerful Writing
The word "trauma" has become a buzzword in our world. While the constant repetition may begin to lose meaning, its relevance cannot be denied. We are, in fact, living in the middle of a series of traumas. Whether it's the individual trauma of a personal tragedy or the...
7 Key Tips for Boosting Support with Online Writing Groups
When you first join an online writing group, the experience can be somewhat overwhelming. You're faced with a flurry of ongoing discussions, a new platform to navigate, and the sensation that everyone already knows each other. But these groups, especially those...