Write Things: On What’s Been Stolen From You

Hello writers,
None of us know exactly how our lives will unfold or where our journeys will take us. As writers, the same can be said for our stories. We start out with one thought, destination, or idea in mind, but then—after several cha...

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...

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...