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
Iterating the Writing Process
Writing/Work/Life Balance
Despite the importance of writing/work/life balance for writers, I haven’t written about this topic before because it had never been an issue for me. I’m very blessed in that my husband earns enough at his job that I can stay home to write. I babysit as a way to bring in some extra money, but … Continue reading Writing/Work/Life Balance
Iterating the Writing Process
I’ve been reading Gabriela Pereira’s wonderful book DIY MFA in which she outlines a do-it-yourself alternative to a traditional MFA program. I’ve chosen not to continue with my education with an MFA program. One reason is because of the cost, but I’ve greatly enjoyed pursuing continued education on my own through reading lots of books … Continue reading Iterating the Writing Process