by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt As novelists, we’re told to weave five senses into our stories. To ensure our readers know what our characters see, hear, taste, smell, and touch. May …
Self-Care Part 2: Emotional Self-Care
by Tari Faris, @FarisTari If you are reading this blog, then we have something in common—we want to write. Not only do we want to write at this moment in …
The Writing Life: 3 Important Truths
by Jeanne Takenaka, @JeanneTakenaka What do you do when your writing life doesn’t go as planned? I’m going to let you in on a secret. I might be a Starbucks queen. As …
Making Time for Writing With a Busy Family
By Carrie L. Weston, @carrieallbooks Do you want to make time in your life for regular writing practice, but you have an active family? For many aspiring writers, finding the …
Writers, Do What You Don’t Want to Do
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt “As with anything creative, change is inevitable.” Enya (1961-), Irish musician Writer-friends, I’m offering you a challenge for 2023. Think of one thing you don’t want …