It’s the start of the new year, and if you’re like most people, you’re probably making at least a few goals for your creative life in 2020. Sometimes, though, all these challenges and new starts and resolutions can be overwhelming.
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Einstein’s trick to becoming a better writer
Albert Einstein was known for playing the violin when he couldn’t figure out a mathematical problem.
12 gift ideas for the writer in your life
Christmas is somehow almost already here! If you’re still working on your gift shopping, don’t worry–I’ve got you covered.
My favorite books of the decade
As 2020 rapidly approaches, the internet is full of “best of the decade” lists. Ten years ago, I was a sophomore in high school. So, it’s safe to say a lot of things have changed since 2010,
Why you should shop at indie bookstores this Christmas (and always)
It’s the time of year when gift-giving is on everyone’s mind! Whether you’re buying for a book-loving family member or friend, or just trying to figure out something to give to your coworker who you saw reading during their lunch break once, books are probably on your shopping list.
What is zero drafting? (And should I try it?)
When you set out to write a book, typically the first words you put on the page are considered your first draft.
5 romance books that are about more than love
Listen, I love a good romance book. Especially as the weather gets cold and I just want to curl up with a cozy blanket and read all day. But when a book is able to give me a swoon-worthy love store AND talk about some deep issues?
Everything you need to win NaNoWriMo
For most (sane) people, this Friday simply means the start of November. For a large number of writers (with questionable sanity), this Friday is the start of National Novel Writing Month!
How to plan a productive day
In the previous post, we talked about how to plan a productive week. Once you’ve got a handle on the week, it becomes easier to make the most of each day. That’s what I’ll be talking about in this post: how to plan each day to best use your time. Click here to get templatesContinue reading “How to plan a productive day”
How to plan a productive week
It’s October, and although it’s perhaps my favorite month of the year, it also tends to be one of the busiest.