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

5 Tips on Starting a Writing Project

Writing a novel is a daunting task. Starting with nothing but an idea and a blank page, you have to come up with thousands of words to tell a story. Hours of brainstorming, world-building, drafting, and editing are before you, and it’s one of the scariest places to be. I’m at the beginning right now. … Continue reading 5 Tips on Starting a Writing Project