"A word after a word after a word is power." Margaret Atwood
A few years ago, I picked up a pocket-sized book called 642 Tiny Things to Write About by The San Francisco Writers' Grotto. Whenever I'm struggling to write, I pull this book out of my desk drawer and flip through the pages. Some of the prompts are random, some are funny, or intriguing. Once I… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Movie Review
It's been a while since I've shared some of my favorite resources and, if you're like me, you love a good book on the writing craft. Below are some of my favorites, but I recommend craft books with a caveat. A great writer (Margaret Bechard) once told me that craft books can be a lot… Continue reading Writing Resources: Craft Books
Hi All, I'm sorry I've been missing in action for the last month, but I wanted to update you. Of course the pandemic has uprooted everyone's idea of normal causing us to revaluate our situations and adapt to an ever changing world. As a result, my husband and I have been working from home with… Continue reading Updates
When I was little, one of my favorite places to visit was my grandparent's old farmhouse. It was tucked away on a few acres with a long gravel driveway, a sprawling front porch that was supported by giant columns covered in peeling white paint. There were nooks and crannies only a child could find (and… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Childhood Spaces
I want to take a moment to acknowledge some of the best voices in children and young adult literature. Their books are profound, beautifully written, and excellent examples of the writing craft at its finest. Below are links to their author websites and recommendations of my favorite books written by them (however, all of their… Continue reading Featured Authors & Books
Sometimes when I'm teaching, instead of putting up a written prompt, I will select a picture or an image and have students create a story based off of that image. It can be anything they come up with. In some cases, I give requirements for the story. In others, I just let them write whatever… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Picture Prompt
I've been thinking a lot about friendship lately and how, during this time especially, we need our friends and our connections to get us through difficult times. Today's writing prompt is going to be a story about two best friends on an adventure, but this isn't going to be just any adventure. Here are the… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Adventure
Sorry for the delay this week. I have been tucked away finishing my latest middle grade novel and it's almost done! Woo hoo! But now it is writing prompt time! Today, I want you to think about the best vacation you have ever taken. Where did you go? What do you remember the most? What… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Vacation Time
For today's writing prompt, I want to take a trip back to childhood. What is your favorite memory? Was there a day or event that changed your life for the better? Was there an incident that still makes you laugh to this day? Focus on the positive. Choose a moment from your childhood (if you're… Continue reading Writing Prompt: Childhood
This unprecedented time has impacted every aspect of our lives, including the lives of our favorite authors. As a result, many authors have had their books delayed, launches and signings canceled or postponed in definitely. While this may seem insignificant to some, these events have a direct impact on the livelihood of the author. While… Continue reading 2020 Book Releases
