Most writers, at some point, look up from the page and wonder whether their writing process is all wrong. They’re not writing at their usual time. They’re leaning on different […]
Writing About a Niche Subject: How Much Should You Explain?
When I was working on my first novel, I knew almost nothing about ostrich farming. By the time I finished, I knew a lot, and then I had to figure […]
How to Outline Your Novel Without Killing the Joy
If the idea of outlining your novel makes you want to run screaming into the woods, you are not alone. Maybe you’ve tried it before. You sat down, you mapped […]
How to Let Your Characters Surprise You Without Losing the Plot
One of the best parts of writing fiction is that your characters often become more interesting once you start drafting. If your characters surprise you, that’s usually a good sign. […]
It’s Pub Day! Sit Write Here: 6 Mindfulness Practices to Help You Write More and Suffer Less
After years of dreaming about this moment, the book is on the shelves! Sit Write Here: 6 Mindfulness Practices to Help You Write More and Suffer Less is here. In […]
How to Set Writing Goals You Can Actually Keep
We’re halfway through the year. For a few of you (especially if you’re a member of my writing community), that means you’re probably about half way to the writing goal […]
How to End a Novel Without Overexplaining
A satisfying ending usually isn’t about more pages. It’s about emotional precision. A lot of writers get nervous at the end of a book. They know they’re close. They can […]