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Writing a Landscape
Author A.A. Milne used a forest in his own backyard to inspire Winnie the Pooh's magical One Hundred Acre Wood, Here's how authors can also "write a landscape" to use in their books. 
Reflections on the River
Editing my mother's memoir was an emotional experience... and also an enlightening one. It's not every day you get a peek into your mother's life before she was your mother.
Mourning the Loss of the Cluttered Bookstore
I live in a small town and we just lost another of our small, cluttered, indie bookstores. The loss isn't just about the place, it's about the experience.
Tips for Editing a Memoir
Last year presented me with a brand new challenge: editing a memoir written by another author. Here's what I learned from the experience, and some tips for those doing the same.
Lessons From My COVID Year Novel
2020 was a struggle... But in the midst of the pandemic and the loss of my mother, I also finished my fourth novel. Here's how a year filled with loss and grief helped me complete a book about loss and grief. ​
TJ Shapleigh: Victim or Villain?
T.J. Shapleigh is a central character in the "My Summer" books, but does his seeming betrayal of Quinton Wyatt make him a victim of circumstance... or a villain by design?
Telling Stories Through Chapter Art
Combining art with the written word is a very effective way of telling a story. In my upcoming novel, My Summer (Under a Crescent Moon), I'm pushing my own boundaries in combining the two.
Manuscript Melancholy
Finishing a manuscript should be a joyous relief for an author... and it usually is. But in the era of COVID 19, even our triumphs can produce unexpected emotions.
Refuge from the Storms
From COVID-19 to our challenges with racism, we're swamped by numerous storms. Here's how reading and writing can help reduce stress and keep your spirits up during trying times.
My Summer Under a Crescent Moon Title Explained
What's in the name of a book? Actually, a lot more than you might think. Here's a spoiler-free explanation behind the title of Book 2 in the Quinton's Curious MindYA series. 
Three Sources Three Phrases
Trying to come up with a plot for your next story or book? This exercise forces you to create a plot based on very meager source material. How did you do?
Journaling for Writers
​I journaled for years... and then stopped. Here's why I regret that decision and why journaling is so valuable to authors.
My Summer Under a Crescent Moon: Book 2 in the Quinton's Curious Mind Series
A sequel to My Summer (with Robots) will be out in 2021! Here's a spoiler-free first look at My Summer (Under the Crescent Moon). ​
Designing My Creative Workspace
Home renovation offered plenty of headaches, but also the opportunity to design a perfect work environment.
Haunted by the Ghost of Dibble Hollow
Hooray! The  internet comes to the rescue in my long search to find a children's book I loved... then forgot about.
Why Reader Reviews Matter
If you're not paying attention to what your readers are saying, you're doing yourself (and them) a disservice.
Bending Back Time
My writing was inspired in part by a children's sci fi story... even though it took me 38 years to finish reading it. 
Avoiding Continuity Errors
Maintaining continuity throughout a book or over a series of books can be a major challenge for authors. 
Upping Your Productivity
If you're a part-time writer, finding enough time to work on your book can be difficult. Here are some tips to help.
It's no secret that exercise stimulates creativity... and "purposeful walking" is a technique long used by writers.
WALKING FOR THE SAKE OF WRITING
Curves in the Road
Between my first and second books, I learned a lot of lessons that greatly improved my writing and my confidence.
Social Media Don'ts for Authors
Authors of all stripes need to be doing some self-promotion. Here are some social media pitfalls you should avoid.
My Wandering Process
Every author has their own process when it comes to writing. Mine has a lot to do with not staying in one place.
The Writer's Workspace
From coffee shops, to libraries to your favorite park bench, the writer's workspace can be a diverse concept. ​
Writing Games
Are you an aspiring writer? Here are some quick, easy games you can play to help hone your craft.
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