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Writing Is The Freedom I Didn't Know I Needed
It’s a Sunday morning. I’m drinking coffee from one of my infamous mugs, enjoying the sun beaming through the window, and waiting for...
Jun 14, 20212 min read


5 Ways to Get Inspired to Write
Being a writer means being able to create even when you’re not inspired. As I always say, inspiration is fleeting. It’s a reaction to...
Jun 7, 20212 min read

3 Things To Do Before Publishing Your Book
As an author, one of the most satisfying things is holding your finished book in hand. It never gets old. Many authors simply want to...
May 17, 20212 min read


The Power and Beauty of Handwriting
I have always loved writing but also perfecting my handwriting. As a kid, I practiced handwriting religiously on endless sheets of...
Jan 7, 20212 min read


Why Your Good Writing Is Not Great
The difference between good writing and bad writing has nothing to do with skill.
Aug 20, 20202 min read


How To Balance Your Day Job With Your Writing Life
Not all of us writers have the luxury of quitting our day jobs just yet. Here's how to balance your time!
Aug 13, 20203 min read


How To Write Effectively During Quarantine
We are writing in challenging times. Sharing some tips on how to keep writing effectively.
Jul 23, 20202 min read


5 Ways To Care For Yourself As A Writer
When it comes to self-care, writers need to practice it too. Here are 5 ways to care for yourself as a writer.
Jul 6, 20202 min read


Do Certain Pens Really Make a Difference?
Have you ever thought about your pen game? Let's talk about pens!
Jun 29, 20203 min read


A Writer's Life During Covid
Writers write. The time spent in quarantine has given me a different perspective.
Jun 25, 20203 min read


The Nerve to be Committed
The hard truth about why we fail at our goals.
May 18, 20202 min read


Don't Be Afraid To Use The Good and Pretty
Ever since I can remember, I’ve had a fascination with paper and pens. In the beginning, it was loose-leaf, narrow-ruled notebooks. The...
May 23, 20192 min read


Publish Your Book!
In 2005, I finally mustered the courage to send my poetry manuscript to a publishing company. I had no idea what I was doing. All I knew...
May 13, 20192 min read


The Why Of Your Writing
Growing up, my Nana wrote the most beautiful poetry. It reflected her unwavering faith in God and belief in all things good. She also...
Jan 16, 20192 min read


What Catholic School Taught Me About Myself as a Writer
I attended St. Francis Xavier Catholic School from kindergarten through second grade. The adjoining church was shaped like a fish but you...
Oct 24, 20183 min read

Have No Fear In Writing
Sometimes, when you sit down to write, ideas and words flow – you find yourself in the zone. Other times, it can feel as if you have...
Oct 17, 20183 min read


The Secret to Becoming a Writer
I didn’t realize that I was a writer until I was in my 30’s. Even though I had been writing since I was a child, it was something I did...
Aug 29, 20182 min read


Vanity Publishing Nightmare
I receive many emails from aspiring authors about the publishing process. It can be overwhelming your first time around and there is a...
Aug 6, 20183 min read


Taking Steps to Foster Change
Whether you're fed up with what you're doing now or you really want to improve a mediocre existence, you can make an instant decision to...
May 16, 20182 min read
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