A month ago, I had coffee with a friend and fellow writer. We swapped updates on our works-in-progress. I explained how the current section I was working on had frustrated me for the longest time because it took me forever to figure out how to structure it, but that once I had, the writing went […]
A fellow writer/fan emailed me this question a few weeks ago, and I thought I’d share my answer here: QUESTION: How do you manage to keep the writing momentum going while also working full time? That’s what I struggle the most with these past couple of months. I haven’t been writing on a regular basis […]
Here are some random quotes on writing that have inspired or resonated with me lately. Seth Godin on writing: “The process advice that makes sense to me is to write. Constantly. At length. Often. Don’t publish everything you write, but the more you write, the more you have to choose from.” “We write to taste […]
Here’s the soundtrack to my current work-in-progress (WIP). It’s important to note that I don’t listen to these songs while I’m writing, but they’re in heavy rotation and a huge inspiration in between writing sessions. In no particular order: “Possum Kingdom” The Toadies “Wide Awake” Katy Perry “Follow Through” Gavin DeGraw “Next to Me” Emeli […]
Hello, blog. How are you? It’s been a long, long time. Oh, where have I been? What have I been up to? (Nosy, nosy, eh?) OK, OK. Here’s the deal: I’ve been finding the David. Say WHAT? Allow me to me explain. You see, the concept of “finding the David” goes like this: David — […]
Someone reached out to me a couple of months ago after she read my post on MFA programs – pros and cons. She had been accepted to a couple of low-residency programs, including Lesley University (where I earned my MFA in Creative Writing), and she had a bunch of questions about my experience, including this […]
So I was inspired by all the first responders during the bombing and decided to get certified in CPR and first aid. Had a class last Wednesday and Thursday night. The kid I sat next to and who ended up being my partner was named Nick. The second night Nick asked me, “You know what […]
One of my nieces emailed me a story she wrote for school. She included this caveat: “I am very proud of this work even though it can’t be considered ‘talented’ writing because I don’t use big words or complex sentences.” I used to think like that. I know some writers who still do. Here’s what […]
I’m inventing a new “ology.” You know, like astrology and numerology? I’m calling it favemonthology. You list the months in order from your least fave to favorite. I think it would say a lot about your personality. I suspect it does about mine. Here’s my order from LEAST FAVORITE to FAVORITE month: 12. November – […]