Insecure Writers Support Group: Get Positive

I'm posting a little late, but better than never. Yes, it's that time again. Time for the monthly IWSG (Insecure Writers Support Group) post. I really couldn't think of anything to talk about, but after a meeting today at the day job, I'm feeling inspired. The boss talked about having a winning attitude and how this … Continue reading Insecure Writers Support Group: Get Positive

That Sneaky Mary Sue

Most writers have heard the term “Mary Sue.” It’s often used to describe those picture perfect characters who do and say all the right things. Mary Sue is smart, beautiful (but modest about it, of course), and people are drawn to her. Good grades come easy for her, but she’d never admit it. That would … Continue reading That Sneaky Mary Sue

When Your Family Doesn’t Support Your Writing

Excuse me if this post gets a little rant-ish. Maybe you'll relate to this, maybe you won't. Maybe your family and friends are your personal cheerleaders. Or maybe your family told you to stop playing with your imaginary friends and get a job. Or maybe your family is like mine and happily supported you back … Continue reading When Your Family Doesn’t Support Your Writing

My Writing Process Blog Tour

I'm super excited to be part of the My Writing Process Blog Tour. A huge thanks to Maegan Provan for inviting me to participate. Please stop by and check out Maegan's blog. It's full of lots of goodies like writing tips, music, snippets from her Night Touched series, and other good stuff. On to the Q&A... … Continue reading My Writing Process Blog Tour

A Year in Review

In celebration of the New Year (and in preparation for tax season), I allowed my inner-accountant to temporarily take over my writing career. For those of you who might not know, I play with numbers for fun and profit (mostly profit) and have worked in the accounting field for a number of years. After a … Continue reading A Year in Review