‘If I didn’t feel shame or fear, what would I do now?’ Oh, so Day 1’s a softball? Sweet, that’s an easy answer: write a novel. In 2018, I won…
Usually around this time, I’m preparing to dive into the #NaNoWriMo trenches – committing myself to writing fifty thousand words in thirty days. The first year I ever attempted NaNo…
My sober journey has led so many people into my path, including the great team at Sober Press. After connecting with them on Instagram, it’s become clear that this collective…
If this year has taught us anything, it’s the importance of centering oneself. With political madness, black lives (evidently not) mattering, the advent of social distancing, and excessive Zoom meetings,…
On Labor Day 2019, I woke up to a face I didn’t recognize. My family and I were visiting my childhood home in Chicago for the holiday and, as parents…
This pandemic (entering Week Five, for anyone keeping count) has brought wellness to the forefront. Health presents itself as a focal point during this time, not only in the face…
“You don’t need to fear what’s coming next. Instead, you need to care for what you have now so every part of you is healthy, whole, and ready for the…
I’m back on my bullshit this month to talk about a subject that might trigger some self-hate in the room: Even as I write this, I’m thinking about all of…
Happy Galentine’s Day, Lovelies! It’s been a while, I know, but I’ve been making a valiant effort to dip my toe back into my creativity pool. I’m working on my…
One of my favorite writer boos is dropped new words today. Tasha Harrison is one of the first authors I met in Romancelandia and I’ve learned a lot about writing…