Writing is deep work, and it’s hard. Experienced writers struggle. I struggle. That perfect #amwriting Instagram account struggles. It’s not just you. You aren’t alone.… Read More Dear NaNoWriMo Loser:
For some writers, NaNoWriMo just isn’t as doable as it is for others. And whatever the reason, have no fear! Here are 4 alternatives to the daunting 50K.… Read More Alternatives to Writing the NaNoWriMo 50K
Author platforms can help secure your readership before you publish, regardless of whether you intend to pursue traditional or indie publishing. I narrowed this post down to 3 simple points, because these are the reasons I unfollow people. And having people unfollow you, obviously, is not what you want.… Read More 3 Basic Author Platform Mistakes That May be Costing You Followers
You felt the need to write. You had an idea that just had to come out. And you went for it. That takes real courage. Writing is a scary adventure, but you jumped right in anyway. You’re amazing.… Read More 6 Things I Want New Writers to Know
You can have the plot of a NY Times bestseller and prose of an 18th century poet, but without good characters, none of that matters. Which is why I’ve made this list!… Read More 50 Deep Questions for Getting to Know Your Characters
NaNoWriMo is coming faster than ever this year! While plotters are outlining and pantsers are eagerly anticipating the month (or if you’re like me, you made two characters and moved on), we’ve been working on making this video skit our best one yet.… Read More 15 Stages Every Writer Experiences During NaNoWriMo – VIDEO
A while back, I asked for suggestions on Instagram for a new NaNo post. Overall, I saw four main themes in the DMs I quickly received: keeping motivated, keeping focused, avoiding burnout, and writing snacks (which is most important, obviously). So, with November fast-approaching, here are my 10 best tips for absolutely slaying those 50K words.… Read More 10 Ways to Stay Motivated During NaNoWriMo
I literally just wrote a few weeks ago how my book is “wrapping up” and “almost done” and “final editing” blah blah blah. What happened?! I was so sure of myself! I had such a great plan laid out. It was gonna be perfect! Here’s the thing, though: sometimes – most times – my own plans don’t work out. And that’s okay!… Read More Well, That Didn’t go as Planned: Confessions of a Writer Who Doesn’t Know What She’s Doing
To celebrate this anniversary, my tech producer (Jack) and I put together this video to illustrate what happens behind the camera; including the specifics of certain projects, like how we made the fake campfire in our Camp NaNo April video. (Spoiler alert: it was a a lot of money and effort for such a simple prop.)… Read More BEHIND THE SCENES of “Writing like a Boss” – 3rd Anniversary Special
Fun fact: writers love writing prologues. But readers hate having to read them! So what are you, a writer who loves prologues, going to do? Most advice you’ll find will tell you to avoid them at all costs. But there are better solutions, writers! Which is why I’ve written down my top 4 tips & ideas on how to write a good, un-skip-able prologue. Your book deserves it!… Read More Writing a Prologue Your Reader Won’t Skip
