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Self-care for writers: Getting published in a tough industry
The publishing industry is tricky and complex, and you have to take care of yourself on your journey to becoming an author. Self-care for writers helps you keep pushing in a difficult landscape.
12 lucky newsletters that will get your words published
You have ideas you want to pitch but aren’t sure where to pitch them? These newsletters will keep you informed of where to send your writing and be paid to publish.
21+ LGBTQIA+ Books Telling Powerful Stories
Reading recommendations for Pride Month — 21 LGBTQIA+ books that represent a variety of voices, identities, communities, experiences and backgrounds.
Should you hide your memoir by writing fiction instead?
It’s scary putting your real-life story into the world, so maybe you’re thinking you’ll hide the details of your life by writing fiction instead. Some tips to making the right choice!
Do the work: The only writing advice you’ll ever need
If you’re not doing the work, you won’t get published or paid for your writing. Here’s the honest truth about why you’re not publishing, plus find resources to get you back on track to publishing.
The Complete Guide to Improve Your Writing Life Through Journaling
Journaling isn’t for everyone, but the benefits certainly are. Here’s a complete guide to journaling to get the most out of your practice.
Why write diverse characters and how to do it well
It’s challenging to write diverse characters of other races and backgrounds, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s why you should do it, plus stereotypes and tropes to avoid and how to do it authentically.
When will you believe you’ve accomplished enough?
When you take time to celebrate what you’ve already accomplished, your overall vision comes into clearer focus.
How-to write when things are hard.
It seems impossible to concentrate on writing when the rest of the world feels chaotic. Here are some strategies you can use to open up and write when things are hard.
How to build a writing practice when you can’t write every day
The best way to reach your writing goals is to build a consistent writing practice. This is how I did it and how you can, too.