Hello Writers,

Here’s my attempt at a Halloween-themed newsletter. 

Idea: On Fear

Fear can haunt every storyteller: fear of sharing our stories, of criticism, of being told we're not writers, that our stories don't matter. Fear that our time and effort will be wasted, that we'll ...

Hello writers!

This week, I'm offering a new perspective on your first draft writing. 

Some of you will cringe and tell yourself that this is impossible. 

Others may experience a new found freedom. 

Either way, it should make for an interesting read. 

Idea: On Process & Revisio...

Hello Writers,

Last week, we talked about the stress and doubt that comes from writing to please others. This week, I want to dive deeper into the creative consequences of people-pleasing and how it can hold you back from creating truly original, fulfilling work.

Idea: On People-P...

Hello Writers,

I just wrapped up my Writer's Detox Retreat this past weekend in Carman, Manitoba.

We worked on living more authentically so that we can write more authentically.

Today's newsletter is inspired by one of the topics that came up.

Idea: On People-Pleasing in Writing...

Hello Writers,

Amateur writers often compare themselves to others, especially in writing groups.

This isn’t right or wrong—it just happens.

Let’s talk about it.

Idea: On Inspiration

When we compare ourselves to other writers, we're evaluating, judging, and noting differences. W...

Welcome,

My fall writing groups are in full swing, and a lot of imagery is finding its way onto my physical and virtual tables, sparking some great conversations about how readers get hooked on a story.

This newsletter comes after some reflection.

Idea: On Process

A good book is...

Welcome,

I regularly read and hear exceptional stories from writers. But for many of the writers I work with, these stories only come to life when they’re part of a writing group.

Here’s why—and no, the answer has nothing to do with me.

Idea: On Process

For many writ...

Hello writers,

I'm going to share with you one of the most important ideas I can. 

Here it is. 

Idea: On mindset

As writers, each of you are uniquely equipped to make your dreams come true.

In order to do so, you must first be conscious of this ability. 

The stories that you b...

Hello writers! 

It's Thursday and I wanted to share a thought on the writing process. 

Observant readers will also notice that I've landed on "Write Things" for a title. Thanks to everyone for your feedback. 

On to today's idea!

Idea: On the writing process

Everytime you sit do...

It's Thursday and I've got an idea, inspiration, and an invitation for you.

Idea: On Revision

I urge writers to consider the first draft of their story complete after they've written it and revised it.

Some of you may have heard a similar version of this advice that goes somethin...

It's Thursday!

Summer is winding down here and I'm already feeling called to slow things down and slip more deeply into my writing. 

This week, I wanted to share some thoughts on how and where we can find inspiration to create. 

I hope you enjoy it.

Idea: On Creativity

Do you l...

Greetings writers!

This week's idea was inspired by an interesting journey that one of my 1:1 clients took with her story. 

Idea: On the writing process

Have you ever been writing your story when, all of a sudden, your character does or says something unexpected? Do you roll with...