I don’t know a single person who isn’t so busy that they struggle to get everything done. So I love hearing about different productivity methods and tips. When I saw L. Penelope talking on Instagram about how she uses bullet journals to increase her productivity, I knew I had to bring her here. I’ve heard […]
I remember 9th grade English. This was the year where my high school began to concentrate on expanding the vocabulary of students. I remember the vocabulary workbooks where we had to focus on the spelling, definitions and usage of words. We were encouraged to use these newly learned words in our daily conversation and, especially,
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Margie Lawson Cadence counts. Truly counts. You probably know you should read your work out loud. But do you? And do you read it out loud with feeling? Most writers don’t take the time to read their WIP out loud until they’re on a final draft. Aack! By then they’ve read most scenes at least
Writing a book is a remarkable achievement. Building a writing life that lasts? That’s something different entirely. Over the years, I’ve learned that success as an author isn’t about a single breakthrough moment. It’s about consistency, growth, and a willingness to keep showing up—on the page and off. Whether you’re just starting out or several
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Writers are often told to “write what you know.” But what if what you know isn’t a job, a place you’ve lived your whole life, or a familiar routine? What if what you know is a journey? My latest novel, Frank Abroad, grew out of a trip my family and I took to Italy in
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One of the most rewarding parts of being an independent author is connecting with other writers who are on the same journey—creating stories, building audiences, and finding new readers. I’ve always believed that we’re stronger when we support each other. That’s why I’m opening the door to interview exchanges with fellow authors and book bloggers.
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