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If you’ve read this blog for a while, you know that National Novel Writing Month (also known as November) is something I enjoy. I’ve done it for the past several years now, using it to try my hand at writing … Continue reading
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I’ve been thinking about all the people I know who are actively working toward building a new, more conscious society. There are many ways to do this work. One woman runs a program to feed the hungry in New York … Continue reading
I consider myself an ally to people of color. In the past, I didn’t often write about it publicly because I hesitated to offend – not offend racists, who cares? – I mean I don’t want to offend the very … Continue reading
Have you ever heard the term “author platform?” The simplest definition: your audience of potential readers. These days, most agents and publishers require you to have an author platform. That’s because they no longer do all the legwork for you, … Continue reading
I talk a lot on this blog, over time, about vision boards. That’s because I love making them and find them a useful reminder of my aims. But let’s step back just a moment. In order to use a vision … Continue reading
My Mom is a really amazing woman. No, I’m not just saying that because I was lucky enough to be born to her half a century ago. A whole lot of people whose lives she’s touched think she’s awesome, too. … Continue reading
Home base? No, it’s not a baseball metaphor. I am feeling blessed, at this time when we’re all being advised to stay home except for essential supply runs, to absolutely LOVE where I live and the people I live with. … Continue reading
I am SO blessed to have an amazing family (of birth and choice, both). This weekend, a bunch of us are helping my son and his girlfriend move into the house they just bought. Not only are we schlepping boxes … Continue reading
I spent the first half of my life trying to “fit in” with other people’s ways of being. If you’re still doing that, I’m here to tell you: it’s not worth it. Please, stop. It’s a waste of your time, … Continue reading
I did it! I finished writing 50,000 words in November – with three days to spare. I’ve never finished early before. Woo hoo! The novel I’m working on isn’t done, but I’m taking a few days off from it. I … Continue reading