APRIL DAVILA
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142 OSTRICHES
Set against the unexpected splendor of an ostrich ranch in the California desert, April Dávila’s beautifully written debut conjures an absorbing and compelling heroine in a story of courage, family and forgiveness.
“A vivid, uplifting debut...”
—Publishers Weekly
Recent Blog Posts
The Best Ways to Write About Weight
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.
Daily Word Count in Scrivener
I love Scrivener’s Word Count tracker. With just a few clicks you set writing goals that work with your writing schedule.
When to Hire Help
It is absolutely worthwhile to hire help when you need it. Here are a few situations where hiring a writing coach could be beneficial.
Writer Burnout
Burnout is real, and it can happen at any time with any project. The good news is that your story isn’t doomed.