Three Five-Star Novels in a Row?
If you've been hanging around here for long, it's no secret that I LOVE books. I read them. I write them. I buy way too many of them. Let's just say my TBR pile is always out of control.
Meet the Writer: Suzie Waltner
Suzie Waltner is one of those incredible authors who not only writes her own books but is just as generous about sharing her expertise with fellow novelists. All while rocking a full-time day job.
Meet the Writer: Mallory Pierce
Mallory Pierce is the pen name for one of my all-time favorite rom-com authors Tracie Banister (no relation). In our recent Q&A she discusses the new chapter of her writing career.
Meet the Writer: Brandy Bruce (Part Two)
While we live several states away from each other, my conversation with author Brandy Bruce felt like we were chatting over dinner. So it only made sense to continue the conversation with part two...
Meet the Writer: Brandy Bruce (Part One)
When you live in a place that's known for more, say, practical professions like I do, telling someone you're a writer is sort of akin to announcing you're a trapeze artist. In that spirit I thought it might be fun to highlight writers from all corners of the U.S.
My Sixteen Favorite Novels of 2022
Now that my Goodreads goal is set for 2023 (!!!), it doesn't feel right not to mention a few of the novels I loved in 2022. With no further adieu, here are my sixteen favorites in no particular order.
7 Essential Books For Writers
Let's face it: There are a seemingly infinite number of books about writing, but how do you distinguish a helpful resource from the hype-y ones that guarantee, say, a bestseller in one month flat?
Tearing Down, Rebuilding, Repeat
Since we last spoke, I've been taking all the wonderful advice I was given at Pitch Slam and tearing down (and rebuilding) the house formerly known as Spaghetti in Exile.
Ready, Set, Pitch Slam!
For anyone not familiar with a Pitch Slam, it's like speed dating for writers. But instead of connecting with a cute guy or gal, your mission is to pique the interest of an agent.
Writing Conference Newbie
I've been writing professionally for nearly two decades, and there's hardly anything about my career that would be described as "textbook."