The Impostor Syndrome, Reimagined

The Impostor Syndrome, Reimagined

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...
Five Steps to Get Your Story Unstuck

Five Steps to Get Your Story Unstuck

You had a great idea. Your routine has been consistent. Then, when everything is smooth sailing—you just get stuck. It happens to the best writers out there. Running out of steam and wondering “where do I go from here?” is enough to make many toss a perfectly good...
Stimulate Creativity

Stimulate Creativity

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...
5 Simple Steps to Mindful Writing

5 Simple Steps to Mindful Writing

5 Simple Steps to Mindful Writing Do you struggle with writing daily?  Do you feel like you get what they call writers’ block?  Getting stuck does not have to be your reality.  If you change your habits, you will change your results. I just completed my first...