Finding Magic
Every once in a while you’ll visit a place that just leaves you in awe–a place that makes you believe there is such a thing as magic after all. I’m not exactly a world traveler, but I’ve now visited two … Continued
Love What You Love
I’ll let you in on a little secret: Until last year, I never much cared for the country singer, Luke Bryan. Ok, so actually, his songs annoyed the crap out of me–so much so that I’d change the station if … Continued
Great Teachers & Great Books
“At the end of the day people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” ~Maya Angelou I remember hearing this quote in relation to teaching some time ago, and it really had … Continued
Pitchwars #Boostmybio
If you’re a writer, then you may be well aware that it’s time for one of the biggest contests for novelists again–Pitchwars! I learned about the contest after attending a writing conference and meeting the fabulous Brenda Drake a few years … Continued
The Problem with Someday
“I’ve always wanted to write a book. Hopefully, I’ll have time someday. . .” How often have I heard this phrase? You’ve probably heard it, too. All too often, we push the things we really want (or know we need … Continued
Stretching Yourself
I’ve written before on how important it is to step out of your comfort zone–to be on the lookout for ways you can stretch yourself as a writer or person. I still believe this to be wholeheartedly true. Growth almost … Continued
Uncharted Waters: New Book Excerpt
It seems with each book I write, I get a little braver and move out of my comfort zone a little more. Writing about teenage girls and horses is familiar and safe. Writing from a male POV and about football? … Continued
10 Reasons to Love Writing Contests
Most of my writer friends know I’m somewhat of a contest junkie. I’m not a super-competitive person, but there’s something exciting about the possibility contests offer–whether it be a chance to work with a mentor, the opportunity to have your … Continued
Finding Your Tribe
It was only eight short years ago when I decided I would write a book. A small seed of an idea had sprouted in my brain, so I began writing to see if it might grow. But only a few … Continued
The Benefits of Beta Readers
I’ve finally made it!!! To the beta reader stage, that is. I just sent The Bug Collector’s Bucket List to my first two beta readers and have a few more lined up to read it soon. This is a nerve-wrecking, but … Continued