Write Things: On Your Story, Your Way

Hello writers,

The writing I’ve been seeing in the Write Things Community lately has exceeded my expectations. There’s real power in writing with consistency and steadfast support.

But these writers didn’t learn how to write in the past four ...

Hello writers,

It’s been a busy couple of weeks!

There was a great turnout for my Your Writing Dream: Why It Matters More Than You Think webinar last Thursday, and I’m very excited to announce the launch of my Write Things Community on July 1st.

I’ve worked with so many talented ...

I’m sorry, but this one might burn a bit.

You’ve probably heard the old story: if you drop a frog into boiling water, it jumps out. But if the water is room temperature and you slowly bring it to a boil, the frog stays—never realizing the danger.

This week, we’re doing a temperatu...

Hello writers,

While January can motivate some of us to dive into new projects, routines, or habits, it can have the opposite effect on others.

As the month comes to an end, I want to offer something for those of you who aren’t happy with where your writing or routine stands.

Ide...

Hello writers, 

This is a ‘tip of the iceberg’ newsletter. If you like the topic and would like me to go deeper into it, reply and let me know. 

Idea: On Mindset

You don’t have to publish your stories—or even write them. Creative expression is not an obligation. But if you’ve eve...

3 Thoughts on Mindset:

1. Many writers I work with believe, on some level, that the reception of their first book or work will define their future success and self-worth as an author, causing them to set near-impossible expectations for the quality of the writing and story. 

2. Wo...