The Writing Life

Banning took to Twitter, writing, “Only two people came to my author signing yesterday, so I was pretty bummed about it. Especially as 37 people responded ‘going’ to the event. Kind of upset, honestly, and a little embarrassed.” It was some void: In a supercharged example of writers supporting writers, the tweet racked up more than 80,000 likes after sparking the memories of bestselling authors like Margaret Atwood, Jodi Picoult, and Stephen King. Read More “Social Media & Writers Supporting Writers”

I began to take whatever steps I could think of to make myself ready to make the leap. For instance, I started saving intensely, making my own lunches, cutting back on driving to save on gas money, etc. Read More “How I (Finally) Quit My Day Job to Be a Full-Time Writer”

Six critique-free ways to add the buddy system to your writing process (plus one bonus variation). Read More “Introducing critiqueless partners”

Have an unfinished manuscript, a writing friend, and a small chunk of free time on the calendar? A reciprocal book-coaching marathon may help you both cross the finish line. Read More “Finishing our books in 10 days – or else”

“You’re asking the wrong question. Here’s the right one: Does my story need to be longer?” Read More “Gigi Will Know: My manuscript needs to be longer! Where can I look for an author who might collaborate with me?”

Ready to make the new year your best year yet? These tips from the pros will help you keep writing all year long. Read More “Seven ways to build a writing habit in 2022”

Preparing our writing lives for the year ahead starts now. Here’s a list of questions to get you started. Read More “Set yourself up for a year of writing success”