Why Write-A-Thon? It’s Cheaper than Therapy
We’re counting down the reasons to participate in a write-a-thon as we count down to the release of my new book, Write-A-Thon: Write Your Book... Read More
Why Write-A-Thon? You Need a Deadline!
I am one of those people who thrive on deadlines. Nothing brings on inspiration more readily than desperation. —Harry Shearer The secret of becoming a... Read More
Get Your Name in Print: Write Now!
Calling all bloggers! I am gearing up for the launch of my new book, Write-A-Thon: Write Your Book in 26 Days (And Live to Tell... Read More
Wednesday Writing Prompt: Stop to Smell the Weeds
I have two dogs. Muffin, our first dog, is an old guy who stops to mark just about every fire hydrant and tree he passes.... Read More
How to Write More
The more you write, the more you write. —Rochelle Melander An object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.... Read More
Celebrate Banned Books Week: Read
Before the week is out, be a patriot: Encourage a child to fall in love with a book. Apply for a library card. —Linda Campbell,... Read More
Wednesday Writing Prompt: Imagine Your Best Possible Self
When I was a kid, I used to wish for a crystal ball to tell me what the future held. In those days, I settled... Read More
How to Use Social Media to Generate Article Ideas
If you are a professional writer, no doubt you have developed several niches that you write about regularly. One of the difficulties that niche experts... Read More
Global Blog Tag: Ten Random Things About Me
I’ve been tagged! Have you ever played a GLOBAL game of tag? Well I’m IT. I have been tagged by author Debra Brenegan. Rules (if... Read More
Five Ways to Overcome Monkey Mind
Yesterday morning, I tried to write. But my mind kept jumping from thoughts to tasks to temptations—Facebook, Twitter, cookies, chocolate. I knew my time was... Read More