How I Develop an Idea
In which I explain (in detail) how I turn a spark of an idea into a story I’m ready to write.
Where to Find Ideas
Seven places to find inspiration for your next writing project. If you’re stuck or don’t know where to start, this list can help.
How to Find Ideas
Four tips for learning how to find ideas for your stories. Ideas are everywhere, you just have to train your brain to see them.
Writer’s Bucket List
A list of all the things a creative writer might want to try over the course of their career.
How I Became a Writer
In which I answer whether I always wanted to be a writer (spoiler: no) and how Science Girl became a story-obsessed scribe.
Ask the Author #4
Fans and readers have questions. I (sometimes) have answers. In this post, I’m answering some great questions from GoodReads and comments on previous Ask the Author videos.
10 Ways to Write More Words
When it comes to NaNoWriMo, getting more words done in a day is essential. Here are 10 tips, tricks, and techniques to try to get your word count up.
6 Tricks to Try When You’re Stuck in a Revision
Writing a first draft is hard. Sometimes revising is harder. If you’ve found yourself stuck in a tough revision, try some (or all) of these tricks to help break through the block.
Ask the Author #3
Ask the Author #3, in which I discuss query letters, character descriptions, and which books were the most fun and hardest to write.
Twisting Mythology
In which I explain how I twisted mythology for my authorial purposes in the Sweet Venom series. (Spoilers within!)
How Writing is Like Swimming
My recent return to regular swimming practice has led to thoughts on how writing is a lot like swimming (or any sport) and what one can learn from the other.
Elevate Your Voice
The fifth (and final!) post in my multi-part series on author voice, in which I share ways that you can help your voice come out of the shadows and sparkle on the page.