How to Brainstorm

How to Brainstorm to find you next novel idea. “Where do your ideas come from?” “How do you know what… Read more How to Brainstorm

“Light in the Dark” Published in Keys for Kids Magazine

My latest devotion is in Keys for Kids magazine! As a teacher for many years and a mom of four,… Read more “Light in the Dark” Published in Keys for Kids Magazine

The things I’m doing differently the second time I’m querying. I’m about to start another round of querying a new… Read more Querying: What I’m Doing Differently the Second Time Around

It’s time to stop comparing your writing journey to others’ and find the joy in writing again! How many writers… Read more Stop Comparing Your Writing Journey!

My nonfiction article “The Fifth Taste” was published in Muse Magazine! I love food. And research. And research about food.… Read more “The Fifth Taste” Published in Muse Magazine

Avoid these common mistakes made by new writers! I’ve been writing for a long time. A LONG time. Years. Over… Read more 5 Common Mistakes of New Writers

My story, “The Three Brujas” is published in Touchdown magazine! I read the book Born to Run years ago, and… Read more “The Three Brujas” Published in Touchdown Magazine

The magic happens in revision. Finishing a draft of a novel is like finishing your last training run for a… Read more The Magic of Revision: Why you need to revise

Take the time to celebrate your writing accomplishments no matter how big or small. I made a purchase the other… Read more Celebrate Your Writing Accomplishments

Creation matters, even if you’re not “creative.” When I was about nine I was given a notebook. Nothing fancy, just… Read more Why Creation Matters