Writing tips

Mar 7, 20233 min read

Confident Writers Cheatsheet

Why is it called the Confident Writers Cheatsheet? It’s called the confident writer’s cheat sheet because no-one reads work from a tepid,...

Feb 24, 20237 min read

Managing expectations and Building a fanbase.

From the beginning, every author has a vision of what kind of novelist they want to be. It’s often based on what success they’ve...

Dec 14, 20223 min read

How to choose your next great idea!

If you’ve ever sat in front of a blank page, burning with a desire to write something, if only you could decide what, you are in good...

Nov 26, 20228 min read

A compilation of Writing tips #1

Just a compilation of short notes I thought I'd turn into full-length post but realized how long they've been waiting on my to-write list...

Nov 9, 20223 min read

5 Steps To Becoming A Better Writer

If you’re struggling to improve your writing skills, you’re not alone. Many people feel like they’re not good writers, and that can be a...

Nov 9, 20222 min read

SKELETON DRAFT IN 5 EASY STEPS

Skeleton drafting is the technique you can use to plot intricate, action-packed, emotionally-charged books quickly – while enjoying every...

Oct 28, 20225 min read

Scene Goals + Defining your ideal readers

“How are scene goals different from story goals?” “What if my protagonist doesn’t want anything?” “Does my protagonist really need a goal...

Oct 28, 20224 min read

5 lessons for your writing career

One of the most important lessons that I've learned (and I find is reinforced again and again), is that you can't just think about one...

Oct 27, 20223 min read

2 techniques to get rid of writers block while your in the middle of a writing project!

Today we’re busting through writer’s block! When the word count monster is looming and you’re behind deadline, losing your creative...

Jul 7, 20228 min read

NaNoWriMo Special: Write your manuscript in 30 days (9-step process)

*Disclaimer. I am not an author, neither am I a professional. These are the tips I've found helpful when I first participated in...

Apr 29, 20227 min read

Story writing challenge!

Whether you're writing a short story, memoir, or novel, I'm going to offer you a simple step-by-step process so that you gain invaluable...

Feb 7, 20224 min read

Find your Storytelling Medium

Before one can begin the search for the ideal medium or format to tell their story, they must first decide what that story is in the...

Feb 3, 202222 min read

Celebrating 50k words!

Happy Thursday! I just completed 50k words on my third WIP novel: The Imperial Bloodline! And to celebrate... Here's a sneak peek of the...

Jan 25, 20228 min read

10 Most Popular Literary Theme Examples

Theme in literature is a topic we've delved into before. Every story has themes – whether they're consciously explored or simmering under...

Jan 13, 20227 min read

5 essential elements for any Fantasy Story

So you want to write a fantasy novel. You're enamored with epic sagas from the likes of Tolkien, Martin and Rowling; you love everything...

Jan 13, 20225 min read

6 Clever Ways To Achieve The Perfect Ending To Your Story

You've done all the hard work. The amazing story you've been writing is 99% finished; now you just have to end it. Cue aimless staring at...

Dec 10, 20215 min read

16 Rapid Writing Secrets

Let’s face it. Staring at a blank page is hard. So many ideas or not enough ideas. I know. I’ve been there. That’s why I created “16...