In today's episode, we discuss what to do when you feel insecure about your writing. In particular, we breakdown the feeling of never measuring up after reading a book by a beloved author/ How do you deal with your insecurities? Tell me in the comments below!
We have all been there.You send your critique to someone, and, like Ralphie from A Christmas Story, you imagine the person exclaiming in delight over your book. You imagine them dismissing all other manuscripts as trash and declares yours a shining example of literature.Then you get it back.It is covered in red from track changes.…
For today's Friday Fun post, I am linking to my guest post at She's Novel. I really think it will be beneficial for writers to know a few things before hiring an editor (like yours truly). Without further ado, the link to the post is here.
My love of books began at a very young age. As in my first word was "book." My mother tells me I didn't say it as much as sigh it happily. Apparently a book about farm animals inspired me to finally speak. (Props to children's book writers; your work DOES matter.)Ever since then, I have…
In today's show, Rocky and I discuss what to do when you are uninspired and how to find inspiration. I may also have brought up Mary J. Blige and kitten calendars. Want inspiration for 30 days? We have a solution for you!
I first fell in love with Gilmore Girls in high school. My father would often miss dinner because of work, so my mom and I would watch the reruns while we ate dinner. As much as I love my father, I even got a bit excited when he couldn't come home on time, so I…
Do you have a sinking feeling that you will not complete NaNoWriMo this year? You don't want to wait another year to get your novel done in a month? Or perhaps your New Year's resolution is to get your novel finally done. Well, Rocky and I are here to help you! We are offering a 30 Day…
I have so, so much to be thankful for in my life. I have a wonderful husband, an adorable dog, the best friends ever, a great family, and all the material things I could possibly need. In addition to feeling so blessed for all the things and people in my immediate life, I am deeply…
One of my favorite book bloggers is Alexa from Alexa Loves Books. She always writes thoughtful book reviews and gives the best book recommendations. After reading her blog for years, I knew I had to interview her so you all good hear her thoughts on books and blogging. · Tell us a little bit about yourself…
“It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.” - J.R.R. TolkienI am going to be honest with you. Last week, I was totally and completely drained. Whenever I sat down to write,…