Overcome Writer's Block: Type Twenty Words
Struggling to write? The hardest part is the first twenty words. Type them now, and watch your creativity flow.
How Marketing & Publicity Can Set You Apart As A Writer
Marketing and publicity are essential for writers to stand out. Learn how to build buzz, connect with readers, and position yourself for success.
Unleash Your Potential and Thrive
Unlock your true potential by becoming the CEO of your own life. Embrace gratitude, shift your mindset, and take control to thrive in any situation.
Get Your Characters a Job
Characters' jobs are more than just details; they shape personalities, relationships, and the plot. Explore how a character's career can add depth, reveal inner motives, and drive the story forward.
Let’s Make a Plan
Start the year strong by making your writing and career resolutions stick. Join me daily for tips and insights to help you reach your goals in writing, publishing, marketing, and more. Let’s make 2024 your best year yet.
Three Considerations for a Marketing Plan: Book, You, and Brand: Part 1 of 3
Marketing your book is no easy task, but it starts with understanding your specific audience. In this first post of a three-part series, we discuss the first key element in your marketing plan: your book. Learn how to identify your target readers and build a more effective marketing strategy.
Vikings Did Come To America (Dispelling Yet Another Mistruth I Was Told As A Child)
Did Vikings really come to America long before Columbus? In this post, I share how recent scientific discoveries have confirmed what I was once told was a myth—Vikings were in Newfoundland over 1,000 years ago. Let’s explore how historical misconceptions are sometimes shattered by new evidence.
9 Ways To Ensure You Write Every Day
Stressed and overwhelmed by life? It’s easy to put writing aside, but you don’t have to. Here are 9 strategies to ensure you write every day, no matter how busy life gets. From setting realistic expectations to carving out time, these tips will help keep your writing practice consistent and stress-free.
Welcome To The Clubs
Life is about stories, and stories are the glue that binds us. Whether you're a writer, reader, teacher, or all three, belonging to these clubs can shape your life in profound ways. Discover the joy of storytelling, reading, and teaching as you explore your passion for words.
Lolita And Vladimir Nabokov
Exploring Vladimir Nabokov’s writing habits and life gives insight into the mind behind Lolita. From his unique creative process to his daily routine, discover how Nabokov’s discipline and passion shaped his masterpieces, including one of the greatest novels of the 20th century.
How Hard Is It To Get An Agent?
Getting an agent isn’t as difficult as many believe. The real challenge lies in having a polished, ready manuscript and a platform to sell it. In this post, learn how to prepare for agent submission and how the process can become easier once you're ready.
If You Want To Write A Page-Turner
If you want to write a page-turner, you need action—on every page. Whether it’s physical, emotional, or suspenseful, action is the key to keeping readers engaged and turning the pages. Learn how to incorporate action into your writing and keep the suspense high.
The Writer Challenge
In a world full of chaos, we need writers who offer authenticity and integrity. As writers, our challenge is to create characters that reflect our times, tackle tough philosophical questions, and provide readers with more than just plot. We must offer meaningful stories that both challenge and change us.
Three Considerations For A Marketing Plan: Book, You, And Brand
An effective marketing plan for your book involves three critical considerations: your book, you as the author, and your personal brand. Understanding your book’s specific audience, your personality type, and how to market your brand are all key to creating a successful marketing strategy that goes beyond sales.