Breaking Writer's Block

There's a lot of noise in the writing world about whether it's best to write fast or write slow. But the reality is, there is NO morality to the speed at which a book is written. Your Pace Is YOUR PACE. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #12: The Problem With Writing Advice #23: The Practice Is What's Important #27: How Do They Write So Fast? Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

I was recently asked what's the most important advice I have for writers...if I could give new writers only ONE piece of advice, what would it be? Today's episode is that advice. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #25: YOU the Successful Author #26: What Do You Expect? #42: You Might Not Win the Superbowl Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

I spent the last two days sewing a new swimsuit. This is how much thread I needed to put in and then pull back out of the suit. But NONE of this thread was mistake thread. Not a single seam that was sewn wrong and had to be picked out. Instead, this thread was VITAL to being able to construct the swimsuit...but only until the suit was done. At that point, this thread was not only no longer needed...

You've taken the time to plan out your book and create an outline...but now that you're writing your first draft, you find yourself veering off course. Should you force yourself to write to the outline, or should you stop writing to change your outline? Let's discuss. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #83: Does Outlining Ruin the Discovery of Your First Draft? #102: What You WANT to Wri...

Should you be writing at the same time every day? What should your daily writing schedule look like? Let's discuss all things routine! Happy writing! Related Episodes: #17: You Need to Write Every Day...Right? #12: The Problem With Writing Advice #9: Finding Time to Write...When You Have No Time Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

Eddie Murphy said having something to fall back on is setting yourself up for failure because if you have something to fall back on, you will fall back. But we live in a world where you need money to support yourself, and that may mean needing a job outside of your writing. Let's discuss how to navigate this without setting yourself up for failure. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #25: YOU the...

Getting a negative review can be heartbreaking, but it's part of being an author. Let's discuss the subjectivity of reviews and how to protect yourself from the hurt they can cause. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #19: Stop Doing This #28: Be Your Own Favorite #46: Grow a Thick Skin Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

There's some author drama on the internet this week, friends, and with it comes a lot of questions about how to know if a writing/publishing course or service provider is legit or scamming you. Today, I want to review the red flags to watch for to help keep you safe. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #132: There Are No Guarantees Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

Learning how to effectively write in a new genre can be an intimidating prospect, but don't worry--the best way to learn a new genre is also the easiest way. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #44: Who Is Your Ideal Reader? #81: Everything Is Iterative #87: Does My Romance Novel Need a Happy Ending? Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

Not everyone in your life will respect your time and your writing practice. Setting--and then maintaining--boundaries around your writing is one of the best things you can do to bring peace to your practice. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #36: Your Circle of Support #57: How to Balance Writing with Your Other Work #108: Saying Yes is Saying No Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

I'm back from my vacation and ready to talk about why I chose not to record new episodes for the four days I was gone, as well as why taking a vacation from your writing is a good idea. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #4: How to Avoid the Pressure of Hustle Culture as a Writer #17: You Need to Write Every Day...right? #9: Finding Time to Write...When You Have No Time Let's Connect: Instag...

Hey friends! I'm on vacation this weekend, so rather than a brand new episode, I hope you enjoy this rerun of one of my favorite episodes of Breaking Writer's Block. Happy writing! Let's Connect: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Threads⁠ ⁠Email⁠

Hey friends! I'm on vacation this weekend, so rather than a brand new episode, I hope you enjoy this rerun of one of my favorite episodes of Breaking Writer's Block. Happy writing! Let's Connect: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Threads⁠ ⁠Email⁠

Hey friends! I'm on vacation this weekend, so rather than a brand new episode, I hope you enjoy this rerun of one of my favorite episodes of Breaking Writer's Block. Happy writing! Let's Connect: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Threads⁠ ⁠Email⁠

Hey friends! I'm on vacation this weekend, so rather than a brand new episode, I hope you enjoy this rerun of one of my favorite episodes of Breaking Writer's Block. Happy writing! Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

“It is necessary to any originality to have the courage to be an amateur.” ~Wallace Stevens Happy writing! Related Episodes: #10: The One Thing ALL Successful Authors Have in Common #58: The Audacity to Chase Your Dreams #85: How to Inform Your Writing Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

No matter your skill level, sometimes the best way forward is to go back to the basics. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #18: Why is This Book Harder to Write Than the Last? #69: What if You Don't Need to Do MORE? #78: Let it Be Easy Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

There's a lot of debate about the best way to write a book or screenplay, but the reality is HOW you do it doesn't matter. All that matters is that you're writing in a way that works for you. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #12: The Problem With Writing Advice #23: The Practice is What's Important #45: Is the Advice Helpful or Harmful? Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

I have one simple tip for you today. It's not a writing tip, but it can help with your writing nonetheless. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #24: A Quick Tip Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

There's been a lot of chatter online about growing an author platform before querying agents, but how big does your platform really need to be. Let's discuss. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #12: The Problem With Writing Advice #45: Is the Advice Helpful or Harmful? #91: How to Keep Your Peace While Querying Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

It can be incredibly daunting and overwhelming to think about all the things that need to happen to give you your dream writing life. Today, I want you to pick just one thing that will bring you closer to your dreams. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #25: YOU the Successful Author #58: The Audacity to Chase Your Dreams #159: Two Lies That Are Keeping You Small Let's Connect: Instagram Threads...

There are two lies that many writers have internalized as truths, and they are keeping so many people from reaching their dreams. Are you lying to yourself? Let's discuss. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #3: Are Your Thoughts Helping You Write? #25: YOU the Successful Author #119: Be Unreasonable Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

...and dare to start! I'm sharing a bit of wisdom from my journal today. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #25: YOU the Successful Author #37: The Secret to a Successful Creative Career #50: You Are NOT Aspiring. You Are a Writer! Let's Connect: Instagram Threads Email

Today is my 16th wedding anniversary, so what better way to celebrate on the podcast than by sharing a trick Geek Husband taught me for breaking through any plot or story issues I might be facing. It's time to get a rubber duckie, y'all. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #6: Overcoming Writer's Indecision #22: Three Simple Steps to Solve Any Writing Problem #62: Writer's Block Isn&#...

Research can be one of the most fun parts about writing, but it can also get in the way of writing your actual book. In today's episode, I share a couple tips for managing your research so you can both learn what you need to in order to write your book and avoid getting so caught up in the research phase that you never actually write the book. Happy writing! Related Episodes: #20: The Importan...