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Most Recent:

• 4 Effective Time Management Tips for Writers
  The year 2023 has come to a close, and many of us have set goals, resolutions, or lofty aspirations for 2024. But before you jump in head first, I’d like to make a suggestion. If you’re a writer, and if you’re reading this you probably are, it’s important to take time to assess the previous year, make some adjustments, and (heaven forbid!) rest. I’ve been at this for a while now, and though everyone’s system ...
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More Write or Die Advice:

• How To Ask For Feedback (And How To Sift Through It)
  My Write Or Die Advice on how to ask for feedback and how to sift through it.
• How To Keep Up With Agent Queries
  My Write Or Die Advice on how to keep up with agent queries. Includes a sample spreadsheet!
• 3 Things To Try When Marketing Is Overwhelming
  Marketing is tricky for writers and authors. If you feel overwhelmed, here are some things you can try.
• How To Summarize Your Story In Multiple Forms
  Not sure how to summarize your story? Read on for my Write or Die advice on how to summarize your story in multiple forms.
• Four Important Things I Learned At A Writers Conference
  Here are the top four things I learned at a writers conference for the NC Writer’s Network.
• 7 Steps To Help You Edit Your First Draft
  A few tips to help you get started as you edit your first draft.
• 3 Reasons Why Starting A First Draft Is Hard
  Have you ever struggled with putting your thoughts on paper? Here are my three reasons why starting a first draft is hard.
• My Top 3 Self-Sabotaging Habits As A Writer
  Ever found yourself in a writing spiral? I have. Here are my top 3 self-sabotaging habits as a writer (And how I work through them).

Crafting A Short Story Series

• Crafting A Short Story: Plot Development
  Thinking of writing a short story? Let me help you get started. Learn more about plot development in my Crafting A Short Story Series.
• Crafting A Short Story: Character Development
  Explore character development in the second installment of the Crafting a Short Story series.
• Crafting A Short Story: Piecing it all Together, Pt 1
  In this installment of the Crafting A Short Story series, I begin piecing together the character and plot to create a first draft.
• Crafting A Short Story: Piecing it all Together, Pt 2
  In this installment in the Crafting A Short Story series, we’re finishing up our first draft. It will be messy, but that’s what editing is for.
• Crafting A Short Story: Big Picture Edits
  Ready to start editing your short story? It’ll take a few rounds to get it just right. Join me in the Crafting a Short Story series for big picture edits.
• Crafting A Short Story: Crafty Editing
  In this part of the Crafting A Short Story series, we take a deep dive into 7 elements you want to focus on as you revise your short story.
• Crafting A Short Story: Polishing
  Join me for the final installment of the Crafting A Short Story series, and learn how to spruce up your final draft.

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