If This Is You Today (Knowing When to Take it Easy on Yourself)
Since I joined the gym, I’ve gotten kind of addicted. For being a sedentary, in-my-head type of person, it’s shocking how much I love to…
Keep Writing When Your Schedule Changes…Again
The other afternoon, my oldest daughter–4 years old–came up to me in the bathroom after I’d just finished washing off the hour I’d spent on…
Interview with Emily Wenzl of Literary Fort Collins
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Emily Wenzl who I met at my recent workshop to do an interview for her…
Scene Outline Spreadsheet
Hey writers! I’ve got another spreadsheet for you! This one is a simple Scene Outline Spreadsheet based on J.K. Rowling’s famous handwritten graph outline. And…
How Far Do We Chase Our Dreams?
I’ve been reading a book called The Road to Burgundy by Ray Walker. It’s research for my novel, and it’s fun research. As much as…
What We Can and Can’t Control in Business
This is what I’ve always known about the business I’m in: it’s very slow moving. I’ve heard it from everyone I know since I first…
Begging, Borrowing, or Buying “Me Time”
The weekend before last, my husband and I got in a huge argument. This isn’t surprising because–insert ominous music–we’re dealing with the Terrible 2s again.…
Guest Blog: On Creating Online Writing Communities and Virtual Hugs at Writers in the Storm
Today, I am thrilled to be over on Writers in the Storm, one of Writer’s Digests 100 Best Websites for Writers! Come check out my…
Event: “Writers Online” Workshop at the Old Town Book Fair in Fort Collins
Now that I’ve got the time nailed down I can finally announce my first official speaking engagement! I’m so excited! I always thought of speaking…
Growing a Career and Growing Children
This past weekend, we celebrated Mother’s Day. Last month, my youngest turned 2 and next week my oldest turns 4. On top of all that,…