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The Monsters Were Just Trees: Start a Writing Practice in 2025
Is writing a life-jacket you only reach for in a storm? Are you waiting for the elusive “creative spark” or the perfect moment to feel “caught up” before you finally write? If so, here are two paradigm shifts that will help you start—and stick to—a writing practice this year.
Are You Okay in the Dark? Writing Through Your Fear
A Halloween season story about two young kids who were sent into the Hawaiian jungle with nothing but the moonlight to meet Jason Voorhees face-to-face. 😱
Think Like an Editor: 5 Ways to Write a Good Book Title
My bookaholism isn’t getting better, but that—and nearly a decade of working on successful nonfiction books—has taught me a thing or two about what makes a title sing. So I’m going to share with you the five ways to think like a book editor, create a damn good book title, and position your book like a pro.
How to Create Your Own Writer’s Retreat (At Home or on Your Next Vacay)
If you’ve ever wanted to experience a writer’s retreat or have been to a few and want to take a stab at designing your own, here is your go-to guide (and you don’t even have to put on hard pants!)
Start Here: The 4 Elements of Strong Positioning
So you want to write a book? You may be wondering where in the world to begin. Before outlining, before writing the first draft, we always recommend starting with positioning… But what the heck does that mean?