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Live on Substack!

I’ve recently joined Substack and would love to connect with all of my followers there as well. I will continue to post first on Medium…

Aug 14

I’ve recently joined Substack and would love to connect with all of my followers there as well. I will continue to post first on Medium, but Substack will contain more exclusive content not found here. Please be sure to check it out and let me know what you think.

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How to Start Your First Chapter: A Surprisingly Effective Guide To Start Your Story Now

I wanted to know, what most of us wanted to know: What do all the best sellers have in common? What makes a winning first chapter? and…

Aug 4

How to Start Your First Chapter: A Surprisingly Effective Guide To Start Your Story Now

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7 Things I Wish I Knew About Overcoming Writer’s Block

Writer’s block is a challenge that every writer, regardless of experience, faces at some point in their career.

Jul 19

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7 Myths About Writing: What Every Aspiring Author Needs to Know

As a seasoned author/writer, I know a thing or two about the circulating myths surrounding writing. Learn from my mistakes.

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3 Ways to Feel More Abundant as a “Failing” Author

Here’s my two cents to get you started: Being an author can feel like a constant uphill battle, especially when you feel like you’re…

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3 Ways to Feel More Abundant as a “Failing” Author Here’s my two cents to get you started: Being an author can feel like a constant uphill battle, especially when you feel like you’re “failing.” But here’s a friendly truth — feeling abundant doesn’t always come from the external markers of success, like book sales or accolades. It’s something you can nurture within yourself, starting with a few mindset shifts.

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6 Tips for Writing a Solid First Draft (Without Overwhelming Yourself)

Why You Shouldn’t Aim for a “Bad” First Draft

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6 Tips for Writing a Solid First Draft (Without Overwhelming Yourself) Why You Shouldn’t Aim for a “Bad” First Draft We’ve all heard the advice: “Just write a bad first draft and fix it later.” It’s meant to help us get over the fear of a blank page, to give us permission to write imperfectly. But in my experience, that advice often backfires.

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Things I Fear About AI-Generated Books

As a writer, I can’t help but feel a mix of fascination and apprehension when it comes to the rise of AI-generated books.

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Things I Fear About AI-Generated Books As a writer, I can’t help but feel a mix of fascination and apprehension when it comes to the rise of AI-generated books.

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Why Indie Authors Face Higher Standards Than Traditional Authors (and 10 Solutions for Overcoming…

Indie authors often face higher standards than their traditionally published counterparts. Why? Because we have more to prove. Let me…

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Why Indie Authors Face Higher Standards Than Traditional Authors (and 10 Solutions to Overcome the Struggle of Self-Publishing) Indie authors often face higher standards than their traditionally published counterparts. Why? Because we have more to prove. Let me explain.

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The Art of Pantsing and Plotting: Navigating Different Approaches to Writing

When it comes to crafting a story, we often find ourselves at a crossroads: should we plot their narrative meticulously or let it unfold…

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The Art of Pantsing and Plotting: Navigating Different Approaches to Writing When it comes to crafting a story, writers often find themselves at a crossroads: should they plot their narrative meticulously or let it unfold organically as they write?

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