10 ways to eviscerate a bad case of writer envy
Jealous thoughts invading your brain? Show that green-eyed monster to the door. Read More “10 ways to eviscerate a bad case of writer envy”
The Writing Life
From the Front Lines: Clearing the clutter
The joy of KonMari’ing your writerly expectations. Read More “From the Front Lines: Clearing the clutter”
How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer
How one author brings home six figures each year without a day job – and how you can, too. Read More “How to (realistically) make six figures as a writer”
From the Front Lines: The post-book blues
Happiness is a fallacy, and other things you tell yourself once your book is published. Read More “From the Front Lines: The post-book blues”
Bragging about books
What if you’re a writer who isn’t a voracious reader? Read More “Bragging about books”
Nine strategies for handling criticism as a writer
Follow these tips to develop a thick skin and avoid popping when people react negatively to your writing. Read More “Nine strategies for handling criticism as a writer”
What happens when your family reads your memoir for the first time?
An author shares how different family members reacted to reading her memoir. Read More “What happens when your family reads your memoir for the first time?”
Stop trash-talking your first draft
Want a surefire way to have a happier, more productive writing life? Stop calling your writing names. Read More “Stop trash-talking your first draft”
When our writing gets us in trouble
Sharing hard truths can lead to hard consequences. Is your story worth the risk? Read More “When our writing gets us in trouble”
Featured Posts
Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction
Banish those walking clichés from your work for good with these tips. Read More “Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction”
Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet
Type “character worksheets” into a search engine, and you’ll find hundreds of resources to develop your protagonist and other characters. Some of the worksheets are … Read More “Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet”
4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction
Editor-proof your stories with these tips. Read More “4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction”