Today I completed 50,000 words, thus making me a #NaNoWriMo2015 winner. Winning NaNo was a goal I'd set for myself a few weeks ago, and I am definitely feeling a sense of accomplishment for having achieved this goal. I'm pleased that I now have 50K words toward my first draft, but the greatest takeaway from … Continue reading What I Learned from NaNoWriMo
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The Best Writing Advice
There's a lot of writing advice out there, some good and some not so good. As writers, we have to pick and choose what works for us. Stephen King has a ton of great writing advice floating around out there, but this particular gem resonated with me this week and helped me overcome some serious barriers … Continue reading The Best Writing Advice
Stop Procrastinating and Write Your Book
As a wife and mom, I've spent the past many years putting others ahead of myself. Kids, of course, always take top priority especially when they're young and depending on mom for everything. Siblings, parents, spouses, and friends - these are people who are important in our lives and who depend on us. There will … Continue reading Stop Procrastinating and Write Your Book
IWSG: Writing Through the Rough Times
It's the first Wednesday of the month and time for Insecure Writer's Support Group members to share their monthly posts. If you'd like to learn more (or join) IWSG, please visit the following link: http://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/p/iwsg-sign-up.html Be sure to visit Alex J Cavanaugh (the fearless leader of the IWSG) and his IWSG cohosts, Donna Hole, Lisa Buie-Collard, S.L. Hennessy, … Continue reading IWSG: Writing Through the Rough Times
Editors: It Takes One to Know One
Editors. We all need one. Or do we? I know a few authors who successfully self-edit, but for the most part, authors rely on editors to perfect their books prior to publication. But how do authors find the right editor for their book? Some rely on references from friends. Others carefully review samples of the … Continue reading Editors: It Takes One to Know One
All I Have to Say 