Q: Balancing Writing and Promotion
Dear Jamie, Here lately, I feel like I’m trying to walk a tightrope, but the weights hanging on the ends of the pole aren’t even…
Guest Blog: Why Writers Need Human Connection
I’m over at Writers in the Storm today talking about why writers need to get out of their caves and connect with other people. I…
Moments of Triumph (And Validating Yourself)
Some of my favorite TV shows these days are reality TV shows. (Come to think of it, I’ve been reading a lot of non-fiction lately…
The Grass is Greener Where You Water It
I’m a pretty avid blog reader and I’m guessing, if you’re reading this, you probably are too. (If you’re not and choose/chose to read mine,…
Why We Fear Success and How to Move Forward Anyway
The other night my husband was telling me a story in the car. To be honest, I don’t know why or how we got onto…
The Art of Work…And Life
Wow, I can’t believe it’s been so long since my last post. I didn’t consciously plan to take such a long break but I got…
Guest Blog: Are Artists Still Allowed to Be Neurotic?
Another post over on Thinking Through Our Fingers today–this one about what it’s like to live as an artist and how hard it can sometimes…
How Taking Care of Your Body Gets You Closer to Your Goals
Over the last few months, health has become a huge priority to me. As opposed to dieting. As opposed to getting over an illness. Losing…
5 Things Taylor Swift Taught Me About Success
Okay, I admit it. I’m a Swiftie. Really, is it all that big of a surprise? (If you follow me on Pinterest, probably not.) She’s…
Storyist: The Other Scrivener
Originally Posted on Thinking Through Our Fingers Every time I post a picture of my workspace on Instagram or Facebook, people want to know, “What…