Have you heard the saying- talk to yourself like you would talk to your best friend? Well, let’s pretend you’re my best friend because I need to tell you something I need to hear.
How to write captivating fictional characters
Writing fictional characters is my favorite thing. Yeah, sure, the plot and the world-building. But the characters! They make the story for me. Their realness and relatability can take a book to the next level.
Moms Who Write: Why we fell in love with writing
Valentine’s Day–the day for love. The day to celebrate your love interest, the love of your life. To sing about the love that drives your passion and lights a fire in your heart. Are you thinking about the same love as us? I’m sure you are. Today we celebrate…our love for writing.
Finding time: How to make writing manageable
I GET IT. There is never time for anything. Basic existence uses all 24 hours a day and forever leaves me needing more hours. Most days, I don’t sleep enough. I don’t eat on a schedule. I’m just hanging on for the ride and putting out the fire that seems the most insistent.
What is a writing critique group and how to get started
A group could be in person or online; the group may meet once a month or once a week–whatever meets the needs and desires of the members. However they choose to meet, what matters most is a commitment to building each other up and to help hone skills and grow community.
What Beta Readers do and how to use them well
Beta readers are a writer’s secret weapon. In the early editing stages, they can add valuable insight to your manuscript before querying agents. But if you’re a writer just starting out, you may be wondering what beta readers do, and when to seek them out.
This is permission to stop chasing an algorithm
The bottom line is this: Be good at what you do. Spend your time practicing and honing your skills. If you are good and you put yourself out there, you’re much more likely to build an audience that is committed and willing to follow you to whichever platform you land on.
Taking the leap
I always thought that the right thing to do was to go to college, get a good job to pay off college, and try to climb the ladder. If I was smart enough, I would be at the top eventually. If I worked hard enough, I would get whatever job I wanted to get. This may sound familiar. It’s how most of us grew up.
Enchanting romance books for moms to love
Our team has gathered an eclectic collection of romance novels and novellas, all written by Moms Who Write, for everyone to get their love fix.
The best Valentine’s Day books for kids
The season of love, hearts, and chocolates is here! And what better way to spread love in your home than cracking open your favorite Valentine’s Day books for kids.