Read about my most recent community writing workshops at Pendleton Public Library and find out how you can get involved in a workshop near you.
Read MoreHabits aren’t easy to create, but they’re important. Writing habits can be trickier than others, too, because we all come from different places with experience and skills... Here's how writing habits can help business owners.
Read MoreIf you’re struggling with writer’s block, or just want to get some writing done, this is for you.
Read MoreDo you use post it notes? In school we used them for ... As an adult, I’ve found many more uses that help ... There are many ways to help yourself be more productive. If you haven’t tried to use post its in these creative ways, you should.
Read MoreFinding the motivation to write can be difficult some days. You probably don’t want to force yourself to write, but if you need to get some writing done, an extra push can help get you going. Sometimes all we need is a little inspiration before we dive into writing. Here are 25 inspirational quotes to spark your inspiration!
Read MoreDoing creative work requires some semblance of confidence, whether to help get you started, or to keep you going. Without confidence, you can run into problems like writer's block, imposter syndrome, and overall fear and anxiety about your work... When you feel confident in your own work, other people will feel more confident about it, too.
Read MoreAs a writer, there are many responsibilities to think about to make sure that my work is the best it can be, so it’s nice to be able to use tools to make them a little less intimidating...One tool I’ve recently discovered that’s extremely useful for editing is The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer’s Guide to Character Expression by Angela Ackerman & Becca Puglisi.
Read MoreBeginning, or even continuing, a writing project can be a daunting task. There are many factors to consider before you dive in - and many fears that may arise. Today we wanted to share some fears that we see often, and how to overcome them so you can keep working on your next masterpiece!
Read MoreAs a writer, you’ve probably dealt with writer’s block in some form or another - almost all of us have. It’s a frustrating and seemingly endless period that can bring about a whole lot of stress on its own. But did you know that stress can be what leads you to getting stuck in the first place? Learn about 4 sneaky stressors and what you can do to manage them!
Read MoreAs a writer, something I have to contend with on more occasions than I care to admit, is imposter syndrome. This is something that affects most (if not all) writers at some point. It’s hard enough to be a writer without having to battle with your own inner self-doubt and worry. So, today I’m sharing how I deal with imposter syndrome.
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