The Power of Writing Prompts
You’ve been sitting at your desk all day and now you’re feeling a little stiff. You might be tempted to pour yourself a beverage and hit the couch, but a better strategy? A quick walk [...]
Writers: Let curiosity guide your research
If you're writing a book, or thinking of writing one, a vital first step is research. But maybe you chafe at word, or the idea. This week's Substack offers tips on how to lean in [...]
What are your writing intentions for 2023?
As yoga class begins, the instructor often invites participants to “set an intention” for the practice. It could be serenity, gratitude or being fully present. Or something else. What’s your intention for the coming year, [...]
Should you self-publish? Some writing advice…
Should you self-publish? I've been writing and publishing books for about two decades. Here's some advice on publishing options. I was on a trail ride with a group of friends the other day. As our [...]
Are you an aspiring writer?
Almost every week, I hear from someone who wants to write. They write me brave emails, looking for a word of advice or encouragement. It's one thing to be a writer--anyone with a pen and [...]
Wait, what? I have to market my writing?
"I've always wanted to write a book." "I think God is calling me to write a book." or my favorite: "God told me to write a book." Well, that's awesome. I've written more than a [...]
Trading “I could never…” for “I just did!”
What keeps you from living the life you want to live? Last winter in Chicago, we experienced a deep freeze where the temperature never went above freezing for more than a month, and walking outside [...]