Mental Health and Writers: Myths & Self-Care Tips

The stigma surrounding mental health is slowly going away. Still, it seems like many people shy away from seeking the help they need. As writers, we put a tremendous amount of stress on ourselves to write books, read all the time, and be present in the “real world.” That much pressure will make us crack […]

How to Write a Great Short Story

A great story has the power to captivate and move us. Some of my favorite tales have come in the form of a short story. They’re easy to read and often pack the biggest punch due to their simplicity. Short stories are also a highly respected form in the literary world. Many writers, like Sylvia […]

Just Spit It Out: Writing Dialogue

Hey, Lovelies! And by Thursday, I meant Saturday. My bad! 😛 We’re still talking about talking dialogue this week! This time around it won’t be inside of our character’s heads and let them talk to someone else. We’re going to be exploring how much talk is too much, formatting and effective dialogue. Let’s start with […]