Your Big Creative Life

If your book is just too long, or if you suspect it's weighed down by unnecessary sentences or scenes, this episode is for you. Learn tips and tricks to cut the length of your book. ------ - Click her...

11 Maalis 202529min

Self-care goes beyond bubble baths and candles and massages. It's a crucial practice for creatives to help us create our best work.  The Creating Strong Characters Workshop is happening March 6 at 1pm...

4 Maalis 202528min

Welcome to the February Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: if characters should always be wildly distinctive 2:16 getting into book editing as a new college grad 6:18 updates on my book 13:26 Th...

25 Helmi 202519min

If you want to get traditionally published, you'll need a literary agent first. This episode contains answers to my most commonly asked questions about querying, the process of trying to find an agent...

18 Helmi 202525min

If you've ever felt confused or unsure about what point of view your novel should be in, this episode is for you! And for more information on point of view plus everything you need to know to write an...

11 Helmi 202526min

We did an episode back in November about the structure and strategy of the midpoint of your novel. And in this episode, we're discussing the mindset piece of the halfway mark of your novel. ------ - C...

4 Helmi 202522min

Welcome to the January Q&A episode! Topics discussed include: choosing point of view for your novel 2:39 traditional publishing + marketing budgets 8:14  what to do when you know your character but n...

28 Tammi 202523min

Whether you're writing a romance novel or some other genre with a romantic subplot, love triangles can be a great way to add tension, force your characters to grow, etc.  ------ - Click here for ways ...

21 Tammi 202522min