You frequently hear me say that I’m a Pantser (and proud of it!) but what does that actually mean? What does my writing process actually entail? If I don’t plan anything out beforehand, how do I manage to create a coherent and consistent story? I’m often asked about my writing process, and my first instinct …
Over the holidays, I met up with some of my old ballet buddies from back in the day. We had a great time reminiscing and learning about one another’s careers, hobbies, and kids! While talking with one of my friends, I learned that her 16 year old daughter wants to be a writer, so of …
If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know that I’ve never hid the fact that I’m a major Pantser! For those of you who aren’t familiar with the term, it refers to a someone who doesn’t plan out anything before they begin writing. No character sheets, no plot outline, no world building, nothing! …
Happy 2020! I’ve never been one to make yearly goals. Well, let me rephrase that. I make goals, but never actually write them down or commit to them, which is a terrible thing for an author to say! This year, however, I decided to get off my ass and hop on the 2020 goal train. …
As some of you might know, I have a soft spot for nature, our environment, and animals. The devastation of the Australian fires has filled me with great sadness, not only for the brave firefighters and wildlife volunteers risking their lives daily to put out the fires and save any animals they can, but also …
In a previous post, I shared ways I get inspiration, including news and events, dreams, and photos. But I left out one of the more unexpected places I receive inspiration for my writing: video games. I had my original Nintendo growing up that my Dad won in a raffle at Kmart. It came with Super …
Whether you are traditionally published, self-published, or yet to be published, social media marketing is important for all writers. It allows you to connect with other authors and build a relationship with potential readers. If people get interested in you as a writer, they also become interested in knowing more about your book. Instagram is …
I recently came back from a week-long solo writing retreat courtesy of my Honeybee. I spent the week at a former plantation house on Abbington Farms in Maryland. I was surrounded by horses, geese, butterflies, and the beautiful sounds of nature. For 7 glorious days, I had the chance to relax, clear my mind, and …
For all you audio book lovers, I am thrilled to announce that The Lost Heir is now available on Audible! It took a little longer than I’d expected, but it was well worth the wait. Voice actor and narrator, Jake Thornton, did an absolutely incredible job producing The Lost Heir. There are quite a lot …
You’re a new writer just starting on your first manuscript. Or, perhaps you have an idea for a book but haven’t actually started writing. And, like most people preparing to step into uncharted territory, you begin by doing some research. How much should I write every day? What preparations should I do before I begin …
