2024 has been a wild year so far. It has been packed in a way that I didn’t realize a year could be. But in the midst of all of that business, I’ve been thinking about how I’m going to improve as a writer.
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How Authors Deal With Disappointment
The other day, I jumped on a call with a bunch of writers, some aspiring, some published, and we talked about all sorts of different things. One of the things that we talked about was disappointment.
Finding Your Voice | How To Write
What is your voice as a writer? We hear the term ‘voice’ thrown around a lot, but very few people actually define specifically what it is. The definition isn’t hard, but because it’s so wide and all-encompassing, it can sometimes be difficult to understand where it comes from or how it develops.
Imposter Syndrome As An Author
Let’s talk about imposter syndrome. Not just about imposter syndrome, but about how obnoxious it is.
Sanderson Vs Audible: Round 2
Today, we’re revisiting a topic we discussed almost a year ago: Brandon Sanderson vs. Audible. The internet is buzzing with news that Brandon Sanderson, a favorite among epic fantasy readers, has negotiated better terms with Audible. But is it true?
Stuck In An Editing Loop
This week we’ve been discussing editing. I thought it would be fun to bring that conversation to you so that you can benefit from some of what we were discussing.
Choosing Your Voice – Active Vs Passive Writing
Let’s talk about passive and active voice and why it’s so important.
Saggy Middle – Fixing Up The Middle Of Your Story | How To Write
Today, we’re going to discuss how to write a compelling middle for a story. Have you ever heard the phrase “saggy middle”?
Writing Killer Combat | How To Write
Today, we are continuing a small series on how to write that I’m putting together. I just got back from a writing retreat where I learned all sorts of awesome stuff, and I want to share it with you.
Fantastic Magic Systems | How To Write
I just returned from a writer’s retreat not too long ago. One of the speakers was discussing various aspects of writing.
Captivating Descriptions – Writing More Purpley Prose | How To Write
The last couple of months have been full of travel, and I’m happy to say that I’m finally back for an extended period. I won’t be traveling for a few months, and I’m really looking forward to this time when I can hopefully get some major work done
Comparison: How To Kill Your Writing Career
We’ve often heard it said that comparison is the thief of joy. I’m not sure that’s entirely true because there’s nothing wrong with comparison in and of itself. When it becomes jealousy or envy, then there’s definitely something wrong with it, but comparison can be a very helpful tool.