Writing Sprints

Writing Sprints

Ever feel restless, unfocused, or unable to find a rhythm while you write? Try writing in quick sprints! Set a timer for ~15 minutes and focus only on drafting/editing for that time. When the timer goes off, take a break or reset the timer and go again. Why? Giving...
Freelancers, Know Your Worth

Freelancers, Know Your Worth

This one is for the freelancers. Whether you’re a freelance writer, editor, illustrator, designer, etc. you have to know your own worth and the value of your expertise and skill. So, why do we lowball ourselves? 1. Doubt in our ability. For those starting out,...
Mental Reset

Mental Reset

Having trouble spotting typos and issues as you revise? Our brains can get used to our own words, skipping over issues because WE know what we meant. Switching up something small like the typeface or printing your work to edit by hand can provide a mental...
Sidestep Your Blocks

Sidestep Your Blocks

Stuck on a scene or need to research something in order to flesh out the details in your story? It’s OK to make a note to come back later so you can keep writing. Even in publishing there’s an abbreviation used for placeholder text—“TK,” which means “to...
Fragment Sentences

Fragment Sentences

Fragment sentences are not always the enemy you were told they are. When used intentionally, fragments can be a great means of heightening emotion, emphasizing or making your point, drawing attention, generating a sense of urgency, etc. True story!
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