The fact that depression is real shouldn’t come as a shock to my fellow writers out there. Here are 5 ways I ward off depression when it comes knocking.
Writing
History of the Haiku
Back in the 13th century, the haiku was just the opening phrase of a much longer, oral poem called a renga.
Favorite Writing Snack For Editing
For edits, especially difficult last mile stuff, my go-to is candied ginger. I’ve been going through a bag of these every few days lately.
The Slow Query
Dear writers, you should NEVER send out a bulk email to agents. Here’s your guide to a (proper) slow query, start to finish.
The Plot
My friend Tessa Williamson gave me a copy of The Plot, by Jean Hanff Korelitz, and I am plowing through it. It is the best fictional work I’ve ever read […]
How I Keep Myself Organized
I decided a long time ago that I needed to get organized. Here’s how. (Hang onto your hats, dis about to get nerdy.)
Getting Comfortable With Discomfort
I take a deep breath and try to get comfortable with the discomfort I’m about to bring down on myself. I’m a better writer for it.