To keep my author brain in shape, I devised a little writing exercise I can do while on vacation, without having to engage in a story.
Using Split Screen in Scrivener
Using the Scrivener split screen function is one of my favorite little tricks. It’s so super easy, but a lot of writers don’t know it’s there. Let’s review. Say you’re […]
Finding the Better Word
Given the choice, an author should always go with the better word.
Reasons I Stopped Reading Your Book
In the name of writing better stories, stories that are not easily abandoned, I thought I might take some time and explore the reasons why people don’t finish the books they’re reading.
Getting Started with Scrivener
A simple tutorial to get you started with Scrivener (and back to writing) in five minute flat. Seriously, it’s so super easy. You can thank me later.
Saving Some For Yourself
Austin Kleon rocks, you should totally buy his books AND find a way to keep a little bit of your art for yourself. It’s worth it.
Debut Authors and Blurbs
As a debut author, asking for blurbs isn’t difficult so much as it is just painful. Here’s how I went about it in 4 (mostly easy) steps.