Embracing Imperfection
One of the first lessons you learn as a writer is to murder your darlings, which is not meant to detach us writers from falling in love...
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...
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...
Resources for Agented Authors
A list of resources for agented authors who are either on submission to editors, or preparing to go on submission.
Rewind and Recharge
Sometimes writers need a break!
I'm Writing a Retelling of Mulan for DISNEY!
After months of sitting on this, I'm so excited to finally announce I have a book coming out with DISNEY PRESS! (Cue squeals and...
Challenges in the Hero and Myth
I grew up devouring books on mythology. I think that's part of the reason I always loved writing, and writing fantasy especially. Stories...
A Masterclass in Voice
Okay, I'm officially addicted to writing workshops. After my weekend studying with Patti Lee Gauch at the Highlights Foundation, I promp
Letting Your Freak Flag Fly
Okay, to be honest, I was a little nervous about going to this workshop. Don't get me wrong, I was SUPER enthused to study with author...
My favorite writing snack
Okay, so I know I'm supposed to write about writing, but as I've said before, I LOVE food and I couldn't resist talking about my new...