Yes, Writing Is a Skill, Not Just a Passion. Here’s Why It Matters
When you engage with others about writing, what's their perception? Do they treat it as a serious, legitimate, unique skill? Or do they dismiss it as a quaint hobby, a passion that's "nice" but won't...
7 Tips for Better Book Comps
Finding comps -- comparable titles -- is an essential part of the book querying process, as they are a shorthand that let agents and publishers know what your manuscript is like. This video highlights key...
Are All Writers Introverted?
Writers are introverts. At least, that's the stereotype. But in this video, I argue that many writers aren't introverts at all. They want to connect just like anyone else and, thanks to industry shifts, have...
I Sacrificed to Build My Author Platform. I Hope You Didn’t
Social media is an ever-changing beast. But for writers, one narrative has persisted about it for years -- you need to build a platform to be successful as an author, if only because social media...
6 Reasons to Outline Your Book
There's nothing wrong with pantsing a manuscript -- I've done it and loved it. But here, I give you half a dozen reasons why plotting it all out makes sense. https://youtu.be/W9m26GIxVMw Watch/Subscribe For me, when...
Got a Lot of Browser Tabs Open as a Writer? Try This Option to Get Organized
Ah, the age-old writer problem...having so many browser tabs open your brain cries. Typically, I'm pretty time-crunched through my day. (Anybody else relate?) So, for many tasks, it's efficient for me to leave my browser...
The Two Basic Stories You Can Tell
Over the past few years, I've been checking out a lot of psychology books, as well as videos online, as mental health has become one of my primary focuses. I've incorporated what I've learned wherever...
What Happens When You Depend on Writing or Other Art to Survive
Writing and other creative arts are supposed to provide expressive outlets and support mental health. But when you have to depend on writing to survive, life gets a little dicey. These are my tips to...
