Category: Writing life
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Write Today
Dear creative, Writing is hard. So many things make it so easy to *not* write. Sometimes the things making it hard to write are valid—there are simply reasons of life when you can’t write. But sometimes, you just have to do the hard work. Put away the distractions. Silence your phone. Sit in the chair.…
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Thoughts about Pitching
First off, a sort of disclaimer: this year at Realm Makers was my first time pitching. I pitched my novel three times there, but I am by no means an expert. This post is just some of my thoughts and advice on pitching your manuscript from my experience. 😊 *Do the work beforehand. Create an…
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He Has a Plan
Friend, rest in the sovereignty of God over your writing. I know that it can be so hard to—I’ve wrestled with it before. But trust me, there is so much peace and freedom that comes with remembering that He is in control of everything that happens in your writing journey. He is sovereign over every…
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Realm Makers 2024
Every year, my experience at Realm Makers is different, which makes sense because I’m in a different place in my writing journey each time. Last year, the main thing I came away from Realm Makers with was encouragement to write. This year, my takeaway was a sense of community and belonging. It’s kind of funny—people sort…
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Keep Writing
Sometimes you have to write the wrong words first. We’ve all heard you can’t edit a blank page. And that’s true. So put the words on the paper. Don’t think about how the characters are flat, the action unrealistic, and the setting bland. Don’t stop because you’ll probably end up cutting most of the words. …
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Writers’ Conferences Part Four: Personal Thoughts
This summer will be my sixth writers’ conference. So here are some thoughts and reflections I have on conferences. I hope that they encourage you, whether you’re a new or veteran attendee. *It takes time to find your people. I knew literally no one at my first conference. I met two other girls but we…
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Writers’ Conferences Part Three: What to Bring
Whether or not you travel often, there a few things you might not think of to pack for a writers’ conference in addition to your normal packing list. Here are some extra things I recommend bringing with! *A notebook. Whether or not you’re a notetaker, bring a pen and paper. Trust me. You’ll likely end…
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Writers’ Conferences Part Two: Practical Advice
Conferences can be scary, especially if you’re shy, quiet, or introverted. But that shouldn’t stop you from going. If I could do it, so can you. 😉 Here’s some advice for your conference experience. *It’s okay to be overwhelmed. Lots of people, lots of books, lots of advice, lots of stimulation—it’s a lot of take…
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Writers’ Conferences Part One: An Introduction
It’s summertime, and that means it’s writing conference season! So let’s chat about conferences. Who should go to a writers’ conference? Anyone who’s ready to make an investment in their writing, beginner and advanced alike. Conferences aren’t cheap. Travel, accommodations, and food add up quickly on top of the conference ticket. However, writing conferences are…
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Your Old Writing
It’s okay to like your old writing. It’s okay to not like your old writing. Sometimes I read my old writing, and it’s pure cringe. For instance, I once had a character talk aloud to themself so I could explain the worldbuiling. However, that was by my twelve-year-old self, who hadn’t studied anything about the…
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