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,…
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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…
Spark’s Love on the Run Issue Releases Tomorrow
Tomorrow, the Winter 2024 issue of Spark Flash Fiction launches! The theme—Love on the Run—offers readers twelve fast-paced romantic suspense short stories. The stories feature undercover detectives, thieves, secret agents, stalkers, and more—and amidst it all, love blooms. Our featured author for this issue is…
Five More Things That Changed My Writing Life for the Better
Earlier this spring, I shared five things that changed my writing life for the better. Naturally, there are way more than five things that can help a writer grow and improve. Today, I’m sharing five more practices that are helping me become more disciplined and…
Why Community Is Important for Writers
Writing is, for the most part, a solitary endeavor. Writers spend a lot of time alone in front of the computer or page, brainstorming, researching, writing, and editing. But it does not have to be lonely. Finding a writing community not only fosters relationships with…