It’s nice to revisit old things. I like to re-read Jane Eyre, Wild Ink, Matilda; books I love, shows I… Read more What is expected?
Tag: work
Respect Yourself by Respecting YOUR Work
Everybody talks about the “process.” Finding, appreciating, and dealing with the “process.” But what does that even mean? It means,… Read more Respect Yourself by Respecting YOUR Work
Following a Dream
Dreams are everywhere. They float around us. They motivate some. They terrify others. Living the creative life AND getting to… Read more Following a Dream
Agents are people too
I recently met with an agent at a writing conference a couple of weeks ago. This statement in itself makes… Read more Agents are people too
Why do you write (publish)?
The “Why do you write?” question is everywhere. At this point I can’t even tell if it’s rhetorical or not… Read more Why do you write (publish)?
Don’t Marry Your Work, but Take it Out to Dinner
Mixing art and business sucks. It’s hell. Everything is based on “likeability,” “timing,” and “perception.” You could write the greatest… Read more Don’t Marry Your Work, but Take it Out to Dinner
Face-to-Face Agent Time
https://stlouiswritersconference.com/ The longer I go it alone the more I chant, “I need an agent.” At first it was a… Read more Face-to-Face Agent Time
The middle of everything is terrifying!
How many times have you been in the middle of a project and freaked out about how it might end?… Read more The middle of everything is terrifying!
Connecting with readers
It’s happened a lot. I write something and think: This is the story that everyone will want! Fast-forward past queries,… Read more Connecting with readers
The Ingredients for Success
No this isn’t chainmail or some half-assed quick fix. Here’s the real truth of meeting your goals. You need: Talent: Without… Read more The Ingredients for Success
