How to Write Good Romantic Subplots

bring out the sparkly noise and five seconds of uninterrupted eye contact, it's time to write a romantic subplot!

Short Story 101 When You Don’t Like Writing Short Stories

Listen, I'm gonna be honest here: this one wasn't that interesting to talk about. Sixteen is a collection of--you guessed it--sixteen short stories by young adult authors from the 80s. It had some good ones, it had some not-so-good ones. I enjoyed reading it but it also brought back a lot of... interesting memories about … Continue reading Short Story 101 When You Don’t Like Writing Short Stories →

Table For One: Writing For Yourself

that moment when you realize that your ideal reader is actually you.

Writing Lessons From The Tale of Despereaux

when times are terrible, soup is the answer!

Writing Lessons From Rise of Skywalker (AKA, Rant)

I know what I have to do, but I don't know if I have the strength to do it.

Writing Lessons From How I Came To Be a Writer by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor

so how did she come to be a writer? all shall be revealed!

Writing Lessons From The Mandalorian

this is the way.

My Biggest Writing Fears (And How to Kick ‘Em)

constructive criticism? ah! scary!

The College Survival Guide: Enter the College Essay

don't get it right. just get it written.

The Most Underrated Animated Disney Movies

my top 5 picks for the most underrated animated disney movies!