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Free & Nearly-Free Thank You Gifts to Give Other Writers

December 14, 2021

Free & Nearly-Free Thank You Gifts to Give Other Writers

December 14, 2021

It’s gift-giving season, and if you’re like me, you may be thinking about picking up a little something for a writer who has really been in your corner this year.…

Bookish Gifts for Writers (TIP: This Year, Shop Early)

November 2, 2021

Bookish Gifts for Writers (TIP: This Year, Shop Early)

November 2, 2021

Every December we put together a gift-giving list for writers for those of you wanting to pick up a little something for critique partners & book buds, or to source…

Writers, Do You Struggle with the Learning Curve?

September 12, 2021

Writers, Do You Struggle with the Learning Curve?

September 12, 2021

Every once in a while, I think about my early days, and how I got to where I am now. I find it gives me perspective, especially when things aren’t…

Genre Switching: Launching a Successful Career in a New Genre

July 29, 2021

Genre Switching: Launching a Successful Career in a New Genre

July 29, 2021

Admit it, you’ve thought about cheating. After all, there’s so many to choose from, why tie yourself down to one genre? (Hey, what did you THINK I was talking about?)…

Building Your Writing Support Triangle, Part 3: Accountability

June 17, 2021

Building Your Writing Support Triangle, Part 3: Accountability

June 17, 2021

We’ve loved having Jessica Conoley here the past three weeks to discuss the three vital pieces of support that every author needs. Today, she’s closing out this series by discussing…

Building Your Writing Support Triangle, Part 1: Critique

June 3, 2021

Building Your Writing Support Triangle, Part 1: Critique

June 3, 2021

As writers, it’s important to have a support system, and it’s just as important to enlist the right people to that inner circle. Jessica Conoley is sharing the first post…

Heinlein’s Rules of Writing: Principles for Success

March 25, 2021

Heinlein’s Rules of Writing: Principles for Success

March 25, 2021

I want to talk today about a topic I’ve been pondering for years. YEARS. It’s Heinlein’s Rules of Writing. If this is new to you, it’s a framework for writing…

3 Things Worth Thinking About BEFORE You Start Your Book

March 16, 2021

3 Things Worth Thinking About BEFORE You Start Your Book

March 16, 2021

Want to write a novel in 2021? Whether it’s your first, fourth or fiftieth manuscript, there are certain considerations that can help you get off the starter blocks. Here are…

Why Should You Join a Writing Community?

February 25, 2021

Why Should You Join a Writing Community?

February 25, 2021

Writing is hard, but it can be easier if you’re not doing it alone. Eileen Cook is here to share 5 reasons why you should join a group. Writing may…

Angela’s Tips for a Happier Writing Life

January 5, 2021

Angela’s Tips for a Happier Writing Life

January 5, 2021

One truth in writing is that some writing days are happier than others. Life isn’t easy; we’ve all gone through periods of time where it’s taken everything we’ve had just…