The ability to focus and stay focused is vital for writers. That's why having necessary supplies on hand can make the difference between meeting your goal today or waiting to finish tomorrow. In this series, I'm sharing my office essentials for writers. While this post contains affiliate links (as an…
My writer productivity skyrockets when I set monthly writer goals, and it’s time to share my October goals. At the beginning of each week I break them down into daily tasks that fit my current schedule. Do you know how great it is to finish projects? Of course you do! For me,…
Today is the big day! Creating a Writing Life released today! I've been working on this book for years, and I'm thrilled it's finally out there. Encouragement and advice for authors and writers Bestseller lists, fame, and financial rewards don’t comprise your writing life—they’re products of it. This book will…
With September arriving soon and, with it, the release of my new book, Creating a Writing Life, I'm offering a BIG Goodreads Giveaway! You can enter to win one of 100--yes, that's one hundred!--ebooks of Creating a Writing Life. The giveaway ends on September 2, 2025, so don't delay! ENTER…
Are you a writer, aspiring writer, or a seasoned author? I'm sure, like me, you're constantly on the look out for resources that will help your writing. Creating a Writing Life is another tool to pack in your toolbox, and you can pre-order Creating a Writing Life today! *As an…
Every writer needs a variety of books to improve and enhance their writing. These are the books I come back to for inspiration, guidance, and help with techniques. Best Books on Writing I've broken down the list into the following categories. The craft of writing and editing Reference and grammar…
I hope your 2025 is off to a great start! Mine has been busy and low-key, the perfect combination after a jam-packed Christmas break. That being said, the past two weeks have been full of challenges. The challenges of writing for me are two-fold. Time and priorities. Since my personality…
I'm writing the final book in my Wyoming Legacies series, and it's a struggle. First drafts are the hardest part of writing for me. While I enjoy watching the story and characters develop, it takes brain power to expand the basic plot points into a full novel. I'm not a…
If you spend any time searching for freelance editors, you'll see several different types of editing. Developmental edit, substantive edit, content edit, copy edit, line edit, proofread. It's enough to make your head spin! My revision process combines three of these options. As an author, it's not enough for me…
I recently finished the first draft of an upcoming Love Inspired novel. I'm happy with how the story developed, and I love the characters, but the book needs work. Instead of diving into revising, I always take several days (sometimes a few weeks) to let the story sit while I…