Remember that story I submitted?
It’s here. Acceptance or rejection. What did I hear about my recent novel submission?
Writing
A Glimpse Inside my Next Release
If you’re wondering about my next book, today is your lucky day. Keep reading for an excerpt from one of the stories in the collection. Lacey Bloom has had a rough year. It shows in her reactions. And she’s holding a bit of a grudge against her sister, and some of that is well-deserved. But …
Submitting to Another Publisher
Submitting manuscripts to publishers, agents and small presses can be a bitter pill. Read on to learn about my latest submission adventure.
Lessons for the Coach
I love learning. I enjoy coaching writers, too, and I’m excited to note that those writers teach me plenty of lessons. First off, some people get confused about what a writing coach does. A writing coach doesn’t teach you how to write. It’s not their job to read your pages and give you feedback. A …
Tips for Writers
The best writers realize there is no finish line in becoming a better writer. Someone else might have a better idea for creating compelling characters. Or there might be unique explanations about story structure that finally make sense. It’s not new so much as it’s taught in a way that connects with the writer’s learning …
Three Reasons I’m Not Attending the Writers’ Conference
Writing conferences are an essential step on the path to being a published author. But that doesn’t mean you should search for the nearest one and pony up the fee to attend. I’m a hope*writers certified writing coach. Hope*writers is sponsoring a writing conference in November. (Check out the details for live and virtual tickets.) …
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A Glimpse at My Next Release
Today, I will be sharing a different sort of fiction writing. Thanks for dropping by to read a story I’ve written. A bit of background: I’m beginning the revision process on my next project. It’s a collection of interrelated short stories. Although I’m still working on a title for the collection, here’s a rough draft …
Struggling to Finish a Story? Here’s Help
Writing isn’t always fun, and it certainly isn’t always easy. But if you persevere, you can finish your book. But what can you do if you’re struggling to finish the first draft? Maybe the struggle looks something like this: You’re writing. The story is flowing and the characters cooperating. Then you hit a wall. What …