Completing your manuscript as a New Year’s Resolution for someone with ADHD or Autism
Yes, I am aware the title is a bit long, however, it says what it needs to. Every January, the world feels like it’s brimming with possibility. The calendar resets, and so do our ambitions. For writers, this often means making a bold promise: This year, I will finish my novel. It’s a beautiful…
’Twas the night before deadline
’Twas the night before deadline, when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring—except my computer mouse. The coffee was cooling, my patience worn thin, In hopes that inspiration soon would begin. My characters lounged, refusing to act, While plot holes expanded, bold and intact. And I in…
The Endless Inspiration for Fiction from Real History
When I was a kid, I played a lot of tabletop roleplaying games. Starting (like most) with D&D. I moved on to sci-fi games. In fantasy and far-future settings you have free-reign with the world being built. Soon after I started getting interested in games like Call of Cthulhu and Wild West. Being…
Writing Dialogue in Sign Language
In my current WIP, I have a character who has a severe speech impediment and uses American Sign Language (ASL). After doing of research (author research rabbit hole alert!), and taking some classes to learn the basics, I thought I would share some info for any authors looking into the subject…
The Unapologetic Appeal of Potty Humor
The other day, I saw a post on X that made me snort-laugh. Someone was talking about their main character — a werewolf — and how, during the transformation, there’s this little… release of gas as their organs shift around. No link, sorry, but the image stuck with me. And then my brain went straight…
The Great Prologue Debate: To Prologue or Not to Prologue
If you’ve been around writers for more than five minutes — or even just hung out in bookish corners of the internet — you’ve probably stumbled into that debate: prologues. Love them? Hate them? Avoid them like they’re cursed? It’s one of those topics that never seems to die, with some authors…
Why You Need a Website to Grow Your Audience and Own Your List
I can hear you now. “An author website is a pain in the ass! Do I really need one?” No. You can stop reading. Just kidding. Keep reading! Are you an author looking to expand your reach and connect with readers? Do you want to establish yourself as a credible and professional writer in your genre…
Beyond the First Break: What Comes Next for Self-Published Authors on the Rise
Today we have another great article from guest blogger Jenna Sherman, a mom of three who hopes to help other parents acquire the skills to raise future leaders by providing valuable, up-to-date, authoritative resources. She created parent-leaders.com as an avenue for parents who want to make sure…
From Hustle to Headquarters: How Freelance Writers Can Grow into Small Business Owners
Today we have an article from guest blogger Jenna Sherman, a mom of three who hopes to help other parents acquire the skills to raise future leaders by providing valuable, up-to-date, authoritative resources. She created parent-leaders.com as an avenue for parents who want to make sure their…
Science Fiction Theatre
When I was a kid, Science Fiction Theatre was already old and in reruns on my local independent channel. In the 1970s and early 1980s, most communities had one. They frequently showcased monster movies featuring a quirky host. These channels would also run old series such as Science Fiction Theatre…
Trigger warnings and feedback from the identity-obsessed
For authors struggling to perfect their craft, feedback is an indispensable tool in the writing and publishing process. But where that feedback comes from really matters. The thoughts and opinions of the reviewers can affect how good or useful that criticism is. When a reviewer’s entire personality…
How Creatives Can Get Discovered and Turn Their Passion into a Full-Blown Career
Today we have an article from guest blogger Jenna Sherman, a mom of three who hopes to help other parents acquire the skills to raise future leaders by providing valuable, up-to-date, authoritative resources. She created parent-leaders.com as an avenue for parents who want to make sure their…
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