The “correct” thing to do on March 8th in social media land was jump on the International Women’s Day train. To talk about the women that inspired me or how far we’ve come. How far we have to go. In fact, I wrote most of this at 11pm that night.
How to get better at planning for chaos – you don’t, really.
Don’t let chaos be the excuse for why you can’t write or why you should get a different job or why you’re just not good enough. Let the chaos make you stronger, wiser, and resilient. Stop planning for chaos. Embrace it.
Know Your Worth: A Cautionary Freelancer Tale
I’m not new to writing, though. I’ve been doing that consistently for almost twenty years. Still, when you start a career, there’s a sense that you have to prove yourself to potential employers—and maybe a little bit to yourself. It can be hard to know your worth.
Famous author moms and the reasons we love them
noteworthy female authors in the history of words. And because we are Moms Who Write, it felt only natural to brag about some of the famous author moms we all know and love.
Book Review: This Kid Can Hyperfocus by Patty DeDurr
This Kid Can Hyperfocus by Patty DeDurr paints hyperfocus in a positive light that helps children and family celebrate an amazing trait often undervalued.
“Did you really fail? Or are you just a fish trying to climb a tree.”
We’ve been told that we can do literally anything if we work hard enough. That if we fail, it’s because we didn’t do enough. But did you fail? Or are you just a fish trying to climb a tree?
Common Grammar Mistakes & How to Avoid Them (Part 1)
Happy National Grammar Day! We thought we’d celebrate by sifting through some common grammar mistakes in order to avoid them in future projects. A writer who possesses good grammar has a leg up when it’s time to edit.
Publication Pitch: How to craft a pitch for paid writing
So, you want a successful freelancing career. Or maybe you’re looking to be paid for your passion. Whether you’re guest posting or aiming for a staff writing position, there are a few key elements you must include when crafting a publication pitch.
Primary Conflict: How to create the right conflict
Most stories in any genre are going to have a good amount of conflict. Actually, any novel I’ve ever read has several types of conflict, one following another, all tumbling like dominoes until the big finish. But your primary conflict is the most important.
Book Review: Ground Control by K.A. Hough
Ground Control delivers a message well understood by anyone who has sacrificed in order to support a loved one’s dreams. Who is she outside of her spouse?