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Jun 11, 2026
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5 min read
Never sweat the little stuff — no one else is.
May 19, 2026
Sure, know when to cut your losses, but some ideas are just too good to drop.
May 12, 2026
4 min read
Plus: More Zoom workshops this month
May 7, 2026
3 min read
A novel, genuinely effective way of coming up with story ideas.
May 5, 2026
Plus: Lots of upcoming Zoom workshops, and discounts for one-on-one coaching!
Apr 30, 2026
2 min read
Personal essays can be one of the most difficult, intimidating forms of storytelling. Here's some help from a top-notch editor.
Apr 28, 2026
Better first drafts come from alignment, not perfection.
Apr 10, 2026
6 min read
Remember: Don't take rejection personally, because it truly is not. The odds — and system — are stacked against you.
Apr 8, 2026
Don’t give up and take that L too soon. A lot of the time your story is salvageable if you go about it the right way.
Dec 18, 2025
Is that paycheck really worth the emotional cost?
Dec 16, 2025
Being impressive is one thing. Being an obvious choice puts you on a whole other level.
Oct 9, 2025
Every pitch is different, but there are some common themes you should look for — both to include and to avoid
Sep 19, 2025
100% serious y'all
Sep 16, 2025
Love 'em or hate 'em, they're still a factor
Sep 11, 2025
A subtle but crucial difference.
