I’d always dreamed of going on a creative retreat. I love the idea of secluding myself in a beautiful location, far away from the distractions of everyday life, and focusing my time and attention on my creative writing projects. If you’ve been toying with the idea of doing a creative retreat but have some hesitations, here’s why I think they are totally and completely worth it!
Read MoreEvery writer knows that writer's craft is almost as much about reading as it is about putting pen to paper. No matter what you like to read, immersing yourself in the craft of others is not only one of the best learning tools for a writer, but it's also one of the most fun!
Read MoreAlthough I don't usually send Valentine's Day cards, the desire to get creative one evening had me getting out my markers and putting together these super easy DIY Valentines. I'm not much of a visual artist so I went for really simple and minimal designs that I think pretty much anyone can recreate. If you're looking to make something with a personal touch this Valentines Day, give one of these designs a try!
Read MoreI am one of those people who can't work in silence. I love working in coffee shops with background music and a little hustle and bustle. There's something about tuning out the ambient noise that keeps me focused on my writing. When I'm working from home, I'm always looking for the perfect playlist to write to
Read MoreLike so many romantic teenage girls who grow up to be writers, I have always been a big Jane Austen fan. Coming home from university over the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays always meant pulling my well-worn copy of Pride & Prejudice or Sense & Sensibility off the bookshelf and diving into Austenland.
But, as any Austen-head knows all too well, there are only six of her novels and it doesn't take long to exhaust your supply. With that in mind, here are four other books to read if you love Jane Austen.
Read More"If you can't think what to write, tough luck; write anyway." - Philip Pullman
I've had that Philip Pullman quote in my head and over my writing desk for years and years. I came across it young enough in life that it was pretty powerful in shaping how I look at writing. I'm not saying that writer's block doesn't exist, but that quote reminds me that writer's block is never an excuse not to write.
Read MoreOne of my resolutions for 2018 was to read 40 books in the year. In the first few days of January I felt a lot of pressure to get started and read as fast as I could since I had no idea if 40 was an accurate or reasonable goal for me. Now that 2018 is over, I can very happily say that I surpassed my goal and read a total of 49 books last year! (Oh how I wish I could have gotten to a nice round 50!). Along the way I picked up a few new habits that have helped me seriously increase my reading time. If you're thinking of starting a reading challenge, here are my top tips on how to win that bet against yourself.
Read MoreNow that I've finished my Masters Degree in Creative Nonfiction, I am have room in my schedule to take on more freelance writing clients. My ultimate goal is to freelance write full-time so in the past three weeks since I finished school, I've really hit the ground running. To my surprise and delight, it hasn't taken long for me to find work. There are SO many great opportunities for writer out there, you just have to know where to look.
Read MoreEven though the new year has come and gone, it's never a bad time to review and revise your personal resolutions. I like to do this multiple times throughout the year because, let's be honest, people are ever-changing! If you've been dreaming of accessing your creative side more this year, I've got a handful of resolutions you can make to kick-start your creativity. Give a few of these a try and before you know it, you'll find your inspiration has started to soar.
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