I’ve decided to try a write in a notebook this summer and it made me think, have some of us started to over-complicate the writing process? When we think about the greats - King, Bradbury, Gaiman and the like - they wrote on typewriters and notebooks. They didn’t have fast internet to rely on, or… Continue reading The Power of the Old School Writing Process
What if you and the story just aren’t connecting?
Speaking with a friend and fellow writer, I’ve finally summed up my issue with my writing at the moment. Connection. Sometimes, a story is great. It works. Or it has narrative promise, strong characters and fits the genre and industry well. But sometimes, you still don’t connect with the story yourself. This is a problem… Continue reading What if you and the story just aren’t connecting?
What My Japan Trip Meant for Me
People use the term “changed my life” and “life-changing” too lightly. This Japan trip was only 10 days of my life, can I say it was life-changing? I guess that remains to be seen. But I know for sure that I am changed having gone. That it meant so much to me. That I’ve unlocked… Continue reading What My Japan Trip Meant for Me
Reminders for every time I plan to write
Today I wanted to share a list of things I nearly always have to remind myself before I write. Sometimes we have routines or even just a burst of energy and a desire to write, but then the fear or resistance sets in. Like we're being tortured by this desire that one moment ago brought… Continue reading Reminders for every time I plan to write
Japan Trip Reflection – cultural differences and the beauty of Japanese life
I can’t believe the trip of a lifetime has come and gone already. I have struggled with how to write this blog post. Where do you even begin with such a life-changing, awe-inspiring trip? I don’t want to just tell you what we did - my husband will be uploading YouTube videos and you can… Continue reading Japan Trip Reflection – cultural differences and the beauty of Japanese life
A Literal Dream Come True…
I’m off to Japan in a week. On the one hand, I’m a little nervous. I don’t quite like flying, the claustrophobia of being “trapped” on the plane for hours. But I’ve worked on that fear and I’m more confident than ever. I’ve got this! All that’s left is the going. The build up, as… Continue reading A Literal Dream Come True…
A shy writer’s guide to talking to other writers!
I wanted to write this post purely for myself! I had an encounter at work where a coworker told me someone had told them that I was a writer. This was nice and I didn’t get embarrassed (for once) but when it came time to actually talk writing and books, I panicked. Luckily, he had… Continue reading A shy writer’s guide to talking to other writers!
How to get out of a creative rut – What to do when you’re between story ideas
Are you struggling to write because your ideas don’t feel good enough? Here’s how to get out of a creative rut.
Episode 29: the last episode of the Twenties Season
I made it, 29… It feels very strange. I embraced 28 a lot easier than 29. And even more strange, I’m sort of excited for my 30s. I feel like being 30+ brings with it a newfound confidence and self-assurance. The twenties are a rocky time. I’ve not enjoyed much of adulthood so far! Or… Continue reading Episode 29: the last episode of the Twenties Season
How to step outside of your comfort zone – it’s not what you may think
When we think about growth, we know we’re supposed to step out of our comfort zone. Comfort zones are great but if you stay there too long, you find you never grow, learn new things or expand your what's comfortable for you. You stay small, play small, and never challenge yourself. You may miss out… Continue reading How to step outside of your comfort zone – it’s not what you may think
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