Writing about weight empathetically and with research. This article covers understanding diverse experiences, mindful language, and fat stigma.
A Thanksgiving Poem
It’s Thanksgiving once again. As is tradition on my blog, I’d like to share a poem that captures the spirit of the holiday.
The Crappy First Draft
Embrace the freedom of a ‘crappy first draft’, overcome writing perfectionism, and learn how this approach can lead to unexpected insights.
Lessons in Specificity From “Less”
What can we, as writers, glean from Greer’s masterful use of descriptive language? The answer lies in specificity.
Dealing with Your Inner Critic
Recognizing and dealing with your inner critic is one of the most important things you can do as a writer. That little beast will shut you down every time if […]
Tracking Progress Beyond the First Draft
When we’re done with the first draft, how do you continue tracking progress as you work and keep yourself motivated?
The Value of Unread Books
If you were to take down all of my books and make a pile of read and unread, they would be about even. That’s intentional.