After a rocky start to 2025, I'm resetting my writing goals with 3 fabulous books.
Coping with Pet Loss: Remembering My Soul Cat
Why pet grief is soul-crushing, the complicated feelings about euthanasia, & being not okay.
Free Writing Webinars to Kickstart Your 2025 Writing Goals
The New Year is my favorite time of year for writing because so many people are energized and ready to tackle their dreams. To help you out with your writing goals, I am teaching two free writing webinars, and I wanted to give a quick sneak peek so that you can decide if it’s the… Continue reading Free Writing Webinars to Kickstart Your 2025 Writing Goals
2024: The Year of Revision
How my writing life - and personal life - shaped 2024 into a year of revision.
My Favorite Books of 2024
As per tradition, I am sharing my favorite reads of 2024. Before I jump into it, though, I wanted to clarify that these are books that I read in 2024, not necessarily books that released in 2024. I hope you find something to read. Feel free to share your favorites in the comments below! I… Continue reading My Favorite Books of 2024
Exploring Hidden World Building in BAD BLOODS
If you’ve been following me for a while, then you already know my young adult series BAD BLOODS is a dark fantasy that hinges on the outcome of a polarizing and violent election–an election primarily focused on the rights of others. I actually err on the side of caution when promoting this series because so… Continue reading Exploring Hidden World Building in BAD BLOODS
Free Webinar on Writing Spooky
Just a friendly reminder that I am teaching a free writing webinar this Thursday, October 24. Want to write stories that delight with fright? I will provide tips for writing stories that strike fear in the hearts of readers. (You do not have to have an Orange County Library card to attend.) Register. If you know… Continue reading Free Webinar on Writing Spooky
What Content Do You Want to See More Of?
It's check-in time! As we get closer to the holidays (and the end of the year), I want to check in with you. Throughout the year, I post a variety of content, and it's all for YOU. I want to make sure that I'm giving you all what you enjoy the most. Since the chaos… Continue reading What Content Do You Want to See More Of?
How to Find Beta Readers and Critique Partners
I love my critique partners. I’ve been swapping pages with the same group since 2016 (and connected with additional critique partners along the way). Without their insights, I would’ve never grown the way I have over the years, which is why I’m always encouraging writers to connect with beta readers and critique partners, too. But… Continue reading How to Find Beta Readers and Critique Partners
Free Writing Webinars: Revising Your Manuscript and Tips for Writing Spooky
This fall I’ll be teaching two free writing webinars. I know how signing up for an educational event can feel daunting…or just plain time consuming. Which is why I thought I’d give you all a sneak peek of what’s coming up. That way, you can make a more informed decision on if the content is… Continue reading Free Writing Webinars: Revising Your Manuscript and Tips for Writing Spooky
