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...
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...
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