writing

A New Title for BoS1: SPIN THE DAWN!

It's been a while since I've posted anything here, but Book 1 of my duology, The Blood of Stars, just got a new title! It's now SPIN THE ...

My 2-book deal for THE BLOOD OF STARS!

I have news!! I'm thrilled to finally announce my two-book deal with Knopf Books for Young Readers!! My Chinese-inspired YA fantasy, THE ...

Finding the Heart of Your Story

Hey, it's been a while. I just got back from another fantastic workshop with Patti Lee Gauch at Highlights, one I've been looking forward...

REFLECTION is available for Pre-Order!

As of today, REFLECTION: A Twisted Tale is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble (no IndieBound yet, but soon) for pre-order!! I didn't ...

The year I became a "Plotter"

Pantsing vs. Plotting -- the ageless debate.

Writing & Rhythm

I'm almost done reading Haruki Murakami's latest book, Absolutely on Music: Conversations with Seiji Ozawa, and as a writer/composer, I f...

Moss Wood Retreats

I'm enjoying my second day at the Moss Wood Retreat, headed by Patricia McMahon along with this year's mentor, Gregory Maguire. Given it'...

Nostalgia and Wonder

My baby sister graduated from college this past weekend. I'm incredibly proud of her, and I'm excited for her to put her stamp on the wor...

Setting and Achieving Little Goals

We writers are no strangers to goals. Write a short story! Write a novel! Get an agent! Get a book deal! Get on the NYTimes Bestsellers L...

Resources for Agented Authors

A list of resources for agented authors who are either on submission to editors, or preparing to go on submission.

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