Mar 1, 2019 | Craft, Failure and Rejection, Inspiration
Writing a book is a magical thing, and often seems that some people just know how to do it. The rest of us just don’t. My best book writing advice to you? Writing is more than the end product. It’s a process with many twists and turns. It’s frustrating, exhilarating,...
Feb 15, 2019 | Failure and Rejection, Publishing, Writing
I’ve always considered myself a natural at receiving and giving writing feedback. After all, I have years of experience both giving and getting feedback on my writing. I appreciate solid writing feedback, because I know it improves my craft. In fact, I’m disappointed...
Feb 8, 2019 | Craft, Strategy, The Business of Writing
Do you remember the moment you realized you wanted a freelance writing career? I do. Ten years ago, I was a teacher desperately wanting to find something else to do with my life. I had recently earned my Masters degree and my committee chair had told me that I was a...
Feb 1, 2019 | Craft, Publishing, The Business of Writing, Writing
Ah, pitching. It’s one of the many skills that a writer needs to learn if they plan to get published. First, let’s take a step back and talk about what a pitch actually is. A pitch is an email you write to an editor explaining a story idea that you feel is perfect for...
Jan 25, 2019 | Community, Finding Balance, Productivity
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed that you could barely remember to eat, much less find time to write? If you are nodding your head in agreement right now, you know exactly what I’m talking about. When life is completely out of control, writing is the first thing to...
Jan 11, 2019 | Community, Mentorship, Productivity
Have you been wondering if perhaps you want to join a writing group? Every writer needs support — you need support to keep you on track when it feels like your writing is never going to be published, support when you feel like all you’re writing is crap, and support...