No Book is Perfect… And Yours Won’t Be Either

October 23, 2024.Reading time 6 minutes.

Writing a book is hard. There aren’t many people who would argue against that statement. Editing a book, on the other hand, can be a whole ‘nother level of difficulty that can drive us authors insane as we chase perfectionism, if we let it.

The ultimate truth, though, is that besides the Bible, no book is perfect. Including ours. And that’s okay. It’s perfectly normal.

I Haven’t Had a New Book Idea in a While…

May 15, 2024.Reading time 6 minutes.

For the past couple years, new book ideas haven’t been hitting me the way they once did. Here are my thoughts.

You’re Not a Terrible Writer If…

January 18, 2023.Reading time 5 minutes.

Is lack of motivation to write making you feel like a terrible writer? Here are five affirmations to prove to yourself that you are, in fact, NOT a terrible writer.

How I’ve Grown as a Writer Since My Debut Novel

April 6, 2022.Reading time 9 minutes.

It’s been over ten years since I wrote my debut novel, and over five years since I published it. How have I grown as a writer during this time? Click to read about the top three areas I feel I’ve most improved in.

How to Mentally Survive Writing a Series

May 19, 2021.Reading time 10 minutes.

Writing a series can be mentally taxing on authors. Here are three tips to help writers not go crazy while penning book after book.

12 Comebacks for Writers You’ll Wish You Could Say Out Loud

January 22, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

Ever had a conversation with a non-writer turn south because they just don’t get the writing life? Check out these 12 comebacks for writers to help silently deal with the frustration!

How to Set Realistic Word Count Goals

November 6, 2019.Reading time 5 minutes.

Are you wanting to make progress on your writing project despite not participating in NaNoWriMo? Check out how I set my monthly word count goals to complete my WIPs!