Category: Behind the Scenes
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September writing retreat postcard
As I’ve been talking about in my email newsletter, I have three writing retreats on my calendar this fall: one each in September, October, and November. I got the first one on the books last week. While I’ll get into the details in Tuesday’s edition of Letters (sign up here if you want in), I…
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A change of scene to break up writer’s block
I don’t really believe in writer’s block, but if I did, I might cure it at the gym. I joke, but how many times have I told myself, after I get [arbitrary amount of work] done, then I’ll go to the gym? A bunch. Afternoon trips to the climbing gym down the street are a…
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5 things I’ve done to feed my writing in 2026
After a whirlwind of travel and hosting two parties at home, I had a couple days at the end of winter break to prepare for the new calendar year. I dislike New Year’s resolutions and goals but I appreciate the opportunity to clear the decks. The fresh calendar year is a nice time to consider…
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A peek inside my Bullet Journal, summer 2024
When I posted a close-cropped photo of my notebook on social media a few weeks ago, someone asked for a look at the full spread. I share this curiosity about other people’s notebooks and other thought containers. However, it’s taken me a minute to gather some photos. I tend to fuss over choosing a representative…
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How to prepare for a bookstore author event
Today I’m going to share some of the ways I prepare for an author event. Specifically, a bookstore appearance where you read your work and participate in a discussion with the audience. After the She’s Not Home launch event I got some feedback that I was really prepared and easy to work with. This isn’t…