Writing isn’t easy. It may be easy for those lucky few, but I’m not one of them. Before I get too far, let me explain what I find difficult about writing. Time...

Questions are one of the best ways to improve. Why? Because they get you thinking! They help inspire too, which can be particularly helpful when stuck on a projec...

There’s a word for everything, and in this case, Sesquipedalian is the word of the day! So, what does it mean and what does it have to do with this post? To put i...

It’s an excellent question, and it comes from one of my favorite movies: Rise of the Guardians. Seriously awesome! I love the question because it’s so relevant fo...

Winter is a difficult time for me. Every day is often a struggle to stay energized and keep working. Sunny days sometimes help “wake” me up. Those are good days, ...

There are three important rules I’ve learned over the years. I’m not talking about the Golden Rules, though those are important too. No, I’m talking about rules t...

These are just more writing tips I’ve learned along the way. If you’re not a writer, no worries! You might still find this interesting or insightful and maybe eve...

Every story needs details to help a reader become immersed in the world being described. However, too many of the wrong details can stifle a piece. I recently st...

I know I usually talk about writing, but I feel like this topic applies to so many areas of life! I’m talking about ambitions, dreams, and goals. Sometimes they c...

As writers, we all struggle with some aspect of writing. For some, it’s that first paragraph, for others it’s describing the scene just right. After talking to my...