We've all heard the lie. You know, the one about talent. How only talented people are successful, only talented people accomplish anything. The rest of us don't have any hope. If you aren't incredible the first time you try, you might as well give up. But I think anyone who's ever had a dream and … Continue reading Why Persistence is More Important Than Talent
All my coworkers know I’m writing a book. That’s because I lug my laptop to work with me every day, plonk down in a corner of the break room during lunch, pop in my headphones, studiously ignore the TV, and write. Writing during my lunch break has become my secret weapon. It’s helped me stay … Continue reading The Lunchtime Power Hour: 7 Reasons Why You Should Write During Your Lunch Break
As I sat down to work on my writing projects this week, I found myself distracted and diverted at every turn. My normal routines were broken; instead of working on my novel during my lunch break, I surfed the internet. Instead of writing blog posts after work, I caught up on my favorite vlogs. I … Continue reading The Autumn Blahs
Say you walk into a coffee shop. You find someone scribbling in a notebook, tap them on the shoulder, and ask them what they’re doing. “I’m writing,” they might say, or, “I’m journaling.” “Oh!” you say brightly. “So you’re a writer?” They shake their head vigorously and laugh. “No, I wouldn’t say that.” Writers doubt … Continue reading Call Yourself a Writer: How to Honor Yourself in Spite of Doubt
If you read any blog, list, or article about how to be a writer, they usually start with, “Read.” And there’s a reason why so many different people espouse the same advice. Reading wide, reading often, and reading analytically is the best way to prepare yourself to write. Here are five reasons why writers should … Continue reading How to Be a Writer: Read
