Revising can be Magical… But Sometimes It’s Painful I have days that I love revising. I also have days when I just can’t stand it. On the days that I do love it, I use that energy to get as much work as I can do and enjoy the process because I know these days are few and far … More Revision Is Like A Blade

Taking a Break From Writing is an Absolute Must in Order to Keep Yourself from Diving Off the Deep End In the beginning of writing my book all I did was write. I didn’t read anything else and it quickly became an obsession that trickled into my home life, taking priority over other more important things, like … More What I Learned From Taking A Writing Break

Thought you were done? You’re probably not. Sorry. … More Your Book Isn’t Done Yet

As I have endeavored to write my first novel, I’ve already learned a lot through all of the highs and lows of this grueling process. I know I am not alone in having learned many of these lessons the hard way, but perhaps someone just starting out will heed my advice and be saved some of … More What Bitter Disappointment Taught Me In My Writing