As writers, it is important to be voracious readers. Reading a variety of genres — fiction, nonfiction, articles, essays, poetry — helps us shape our voice, skill and view of the world.
Category: Writing Life
Learning what works for you with your writing goals
Figuring out what to read, what conferences and workshops to attend, or what path to take to improve our writing can be daunting and expensive. What should we consider with social media, education, and finding our author’s voice?
Failure is to give up
Writing is both fulfilling and exhausting. We need resilience to help us be patient. How can we keep from being overly discouraged? What is true writing success? What practical steps can we take to stay motivated?
Clawing out of darkness and into spring
The writer reflects on the hope that spring brings and the darkness it leaves behind.