Have you Been Writing? It’s Complicated
Avoiding an oft-asked question about writing and figuring out the real answer about what counts as writing to you.
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Book Review: What’s the Story? Building Blocks for Fiction Writing
I recently had a chance to review What’s the Story? Building Blocks for Fiction Writing by Melissa Donovan. I know it sounds like hyperbole to say that this book has everything you need to know about writing, but it really covers a lot. how-toreference bookswriting
Theft by Finding and Stealing Ideas During Quarantine
reading the diary of a famous writer during the quarantine is perfect since it reminds me of all the things I can’t write, right now and how famous writers struggle sometimes too.
How Do You Quantify Writing Rejection?
Rejection is part of a writer’s life. At the end of the year, counting up your writing rejection may seem depressing, but it hopefully shows you’re moving forward.
Wasn’t This Supposed to be Fun? How to Keep the Passion in Your Pursuits
Don’t get too serious about your passions or you might forget while you’re doing them in the first place.
How Long Does it Take to Write a Memoir?
How long does it take to write a memoir? For me it took anywhere from 10 – 3 years.
I Was Moved: Inspirational Quotes from Anne Lamott’s Latest Book
I recently read and heard Anne Lamott for the first time and was surprisingly moved by inspirational quotes.
Everything I Learned About Blogging So (So So) Far (to Go)
Everything I learned about blogging after a year and the rules I follow.
Why I Read and Write About Illness
I wrote this article for Women Writers to explain why I Read and Write About illness. Thanks to them for running it! Why I Read and Write about Illness Catherine Lanser Memoirs about illnessreading about illnesswritingwriting about being sick
When it Snows in April It’s Time for Virtual Spring Cleaning
April showers bring snow, it’s time to clean from the couch.