by Lois Hoffman | Sep 21, 2023 | Inspiration, Writing
I have written 11 books, but each time I think, ‘uh oh, they’re going to find out now. I’ve run a game on everybody, and they’re going to find me out.’ —Maya Angelou Impostor syndrome You’ve heard of impostor syndrome, yes? Perhaps even hid behind the concept with a...
by Lois Hoffman | Nov 4, 2021 | Writing
As writers, we treasure creativity. Whether we write fantasy, non-fiction, or concrete poetry, we are driven by the act of creation that is putting words on a page and gathering them into a cohesive whole. But creation is difficult: the creative impulse can be finicky...
by hspbrandswan | Nov 20, 2017 | Inspiration, Writing
The upcoming holiday season brings gratitude, joy and an opportunity to celebrate life with those you love. It is the time of year to express our thankfulness for family, friends, opportunities, progress, and yes, writing. As a blogger, writer, or author, you love to...
by hspbrandswan | Apr 13, 2017 | Writing
You are curious. My readers, in general, are curious people. It’s awesome! I love sharing what I’ve learned and seeing your (LED) lightbulb go on in your head. I started my company because I wanted to make it easy for aspiring authors to publish their books. Soon...
by hspbrandswan | Apr 6, 2017 | Writing
I just got back from a fabulous 2-week vacation in Italy and loved every minute of it. I explored the history and sites of different cities, towns, and countrysides and, most of all, the people. Within the immense beauty of the land and cultural history, I came away...