Writing is a lonely occupation, and sometimes it feels like you are the worst in the world. The bad news is that most writers feel this…
Writing is a solitary activity – yes. And it’s a profession that the majority of your social circles might not be into. But that doesn’t mean…
Any fight scene should be well-researched, but female fight scenes should be even more so. It’s all in the details. As female protagonists and female/female-identifying writers…
Before you write your first novel, the task feels impossible. After you finish, you realize that not only is it possible, you must now embark on…
I’m not much for New Year’s resolutions. Much of my early adulthood was spent making long lists of ambitious goals I’d never achieve. As a result,…
The following is a reflection of my writing journey as I teach full-time at a job I adore, have a family, and am a frustrated painter/illustrator.…