Your Big Creative Life

It can be easy to feel discouraged or like you're "behind" if you start writing as an adult. I share my experience with starting to write in my 30s and how I overcame the regret and doubt about not gr...

11 Huhti 202324min

Cliffhangers are a fantastic way to not only create tension in your novel, but to keep the reader turning the page. Learn the different ways you can use cliffhangers in your novel, as well as things t...

4 Huhti 202315min

Whether you're feeling creatively blocked or creatively uninspired, this episode is for you! Learn my best tips and practices for accessing your creativity and reigniting that creative flame.    -----...

28 Maalis 202319min

I quit my day job in March 2022, which means it's been a full year since I took my side hustle full-time! Learn my biggest takeaways after a year of working for myself: what scared me the most, what I...

21 Maalis 202320min

If you're querying or going to be querying to find a literary agent, you may need a synopsis as part of your submission package. Learn what a synopsis is, how long it should be, and how to write one. ...

14 Maalis 202315min

Jealousy of other writers can be a normal human response, so don't beat yourself up or obsess if you experience it! Learn how jealousy can show up, what I believe it means, and how to reframe jealousy...

7 Maalis 202314min

I have a number of questions that come up frequently about book editing and working with a book editor. In this episode, I answer six of the most common questions, including what type of editing you n...

28 Helmi 202314min

The query letter serves an important role when trying to find a literary agent to represent you. It introduces you and your book, and it also should pique the agent's interest and make them want to re...

21 Helmi 202316min