By Pepper Basham, @pepperbasham What is one thing some of the most popular stories in history have in common? Okay…I don’t mean the VERY obvious answers like “characters” or “dialogue” …
Four Ways to Create a Lasting Reader Impact With Emotional Memory
By Mollie Joy Rushmeyer, @mollierushmeyer The psychology geek in me is super excited about this topic. Although I’m no longer directly working in my field of study (psychology), I’ve never …
Writer, Do You Ever Feel Irrelevant?
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt How would you like to be known as “Mr. Irrelevant”? Brock Purdy, who played college football at Iowa State University, earned that nickname when he was …
Grandparenting Your Book
Sarah Sundin, @sarahsundin In December, our first grandson was born. Recently we watched him for a day so my son and daughter-in-law could attend a wedding. Afterward, I told my friends, …
Hack Your Brain For More Energy and Focus In Writing
By Kate Angelo, @thekateangelo What if I told you I know a hack that, when applied correctly, makes the hard work of writing a novel easier and more enjoyable? Yes, …