Life is filled with challenges, threats and near-misses, as are the stories that keep readers turning the pages. A recent conversation with a book coaching…
Life is filled with challenges, threats and near-misses, as are the stories that keep readers turning the pages. A recent conversation with a book coaching…
Here are 7 Great Books From My 2023 Reading List (& Why They Are Excellent Mentor Texts For Writers) In addition to being a…
Coaching KidLit – EPISODE 25: WRITING ROUTINES AND PRACTICES Christy and Sharon discuss writing routines and practices for writers navigating their creative journeys, including the…
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Wow! My three-month (May-July) 2023 Arizona State Library Writing Residency serving Chandler Public Library is over. That’s it. Done. Fini. Here are five key takeaways…
Should You Even Plan Your Novel? Yes. Planning a novel is a great way to avoid a lot of heartbreak, frustration and wasted time. “But,…
A drafty first draft can be frustrating and nerve wracking. Seriously. Drafting a story can feel like trying to pin down a cloud, or like…
We all have Zones of Genius, things we excel at, a variety of mad skills, some of which are learned, hard earned, and others that…
Writing hooks are not only a great way to engage readers, but are also an excellent tool to keep them reading. This post goes through…