Now on the Podcast: Why Collaborate?

The newest episode of Story Like a Journalist Radio is now on Spotify! In this episode, […]

Upcoming Conference

I just heard back from DFW Writer’s Conference, and I’ve been selected to teach two classes […]

Finding Time to Write

One of the most common issues I see with writing students and editing clients is simply […]

Cat Toys

I’m always on the lookout for a new fun toy for Sean and Addi, the pair […]

Beach Day Supplies

My Bean to Bar Mysteries are set on Galveston Island. How could I celebrate that setting […]

Scene and Sequel

A scene is a unit of conflict experienced by the characters.  It can cover a whole chapter, […]

Playing Cards

Jake collects playing cards.  We always buy a deck when we travel.  Sometimes that’s easier said […]

Guest Blogger Anna Kashina

I got a change to talk with fellow Angry Robot author Anna Kashina about (among other […]

Kintsugi and The Fine Art of the Character Arc

In real life, we resist change.  But our characters get pushed to change by the plot. […]

Guest Blogger: Patrice Sarath

I know you guys are very interested in managing time and fitting a regular writing practice […]