I have a secret to admit: I haven’t written more than 15,000 words of fiction since I wrote Somewhere Only We Know. I wrote SOWK over a period of three months, but in the three years since I’ve only managed to write the equivalent of a quarter of that book. I’ve been struggling a lot … Continue reading Showing Up to the Page
Favorite Author Feature: Neal Shusterman
In 2017 I shared Favorite Book Features on my favorite books. This year I’d like to start a new series—features on my favorite authors! I’m going to return to my favorite books shelf and look into some of my favorite authors. I’ll share about their books I’ve read and why they’re an awesome author. Today’s … Continue reading Favorite Author Feature: Neal Shusterman
How to Fit in More Reading
Writers should read as much as they write. As Stephen King puts it, “If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write. Simple as that.” Reading helps you as a writer by letting you see what kind of stories are out there and observing how others’ write. … Continue reading How to Fit in More Reading
What I’m Reading: Graphic Novels
When I read The Lunar Chronicles, I was so sad to finish the books because I already missed the characters. Then I discovered Marissa Meyer had written two more books in the series, set between the main novels and the epilogue in Stars Above. And they were graphic novels. In my mind, graphic novels always … Continue reading What I’m Reading: Graphic Novels
How Music Can Help You Write
Sometimes silence is a good thing for writers. I love to sit with my dog and look out the window together, letting my mind wander and brainstorm. But most of the time I’m listening to music. And I think there are many benefits to listening to music while you write. I’ve always felt that different … Continue reading How Music Can Help You Write
Favorite Author Feature: Kiera Cass
In 2017 I shared Favorite Book Features on my favorite books. This year I’d like to start a new series—features on my favorite authors! I’m going to return to my favorite books shelf and look into some of my favorite authors. I’ll share about their books I’ve read and why they’re an awesome author. First … Continue reading Favorite Author Feature: Kiera Cass
My 5 Favorite Writing Quotes
I love quotes. I think the main reason I love Instagram is because of the way people can display quotes and Bible verses on beautiful images. Quotes can encourage. They can be something to look to when you feel stuck or uninspired. I love turning to quotes about writing when I need a little boost … Continue reading My 5 Favorite Writing Quotes
What I’m Reading: The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer
The past couple months I finally got around to reading a series I had heard about for a long time. I’ve wanted to read these books for a while, and I finally had the time to do so thanks to Hoopla Digital providing the audiobooks. Retelling the stories of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, … Continue reading What I’m Reading: The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer
My 2019 Writing and Reading Goals
The beginning of a new year makes me reflect on the work I’ve done over the past twelve months and plan ahead for what I’d like to accomplish in the following year. So today I’d like to share my writing and reading goals for 2019. Being a stay-at-home writer, I struggle with motivation. I have … Continue reading My 2019 Writing and Reading Goals
One Word—My 2019 New Year’s Resolution
I love the hope that the beginning of a year brings. At the start of each year, I like to make new plans and goals for my life. But instead of making traditional New Year’s Resolutions, for the past several years I have chosen one word. This word guides me through each year, in my … Continue reading One Word—My 2019 New Year’s Resolution
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