The past several weeks have been a whirlwind! Little Bit finished her freshman year of high school. I co-taught an educational workshop on flash fiction with a writing sister. Then I scooted up to my favorite writing conferece for five days of amazing fellowship, learning,…
Category: writer life
Five Writing-Related Podcasts I Subscribe To
Do you listen to podcasts? I love podcasts! They allow me to learn while I’m doing other things. Like making dinner, driving, folding laundry, going for a walk, or sitting in carline. And there’s something so soothing about listening to a warm host sharing their…
Recap: Make a Spark! Conference and How it Reignited Me
Since our son left for boot camp, I’ve grappled a bit with melancholy, and writing hasn’t been coming easily for me lately. We’re very happy for him and where he’s at, which is exactly where he wants and feels called to be. And while I’m…
Community Writing Challenges: Flash Fiction February and 540WriMo
Whew, we made it through January. Happy February! Writer friends—or friends interested in writing—if you need a little kickstart to motivate you, February is your month! Two writing groups I belong to are hosting month-long opportunities to encourage writing-related progress. Jump in, set some goals,…
Shiny New Object Syndrome for Writers
I have an idea problem. And what I mean by that is I have a problem with too many new story ideas filling my brain. All the time. It’s not an actual problem per se, but when I’m trying to focus on a specific project…