Category: Writing Tips
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They may fit together afterall
Working through my current RBT training program, I had a realization that struck me as profound. I had thought initially that my choice to pursue Applied Behavior Analysis was a bit out of left field, that it came from my vocation as a mother, my volunteer work in classrooms over…
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Making Use of My Rusty M.A. Thesis
I was awarded my Master of Arts degree in 2023. My research focused on the measured benefits of a daily journal practice on the health and well-being of caregivers of dependent children with special medical needs. Since then, I’ve continued the practice, but I’ve also learned so much more about…
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Publishing on LinkedIn
I’m trying a new approach (yes another one, I’m all about trying new things these days!). For the next 30 days, I’m participating in a writing group where the goal is to publish daily. I’ve decided to publish my reviews about professionally useful information I’m learning during my Applied Behavior…
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Commitment to a New Direction
After four years of running my publishing company alongside managing my freelance writing career, I made the difficult decision to close the business last spring. While it represented significant investment and growth, I recognized it was time to explore new directions that better aligned with my evolving personal and professional…
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New England winter storms
They’re a great time to catch up on reading. If you remember to charge your flashlight and know where your candles and lighters are or have a spiffy new generator. I started reading Cerce by Madeline Miller. It’s been on my TBR for years but with one thing or another…
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Python & Private Eyes
This week, I started a Python bootcamp through Udemy. It’s a great course so far. I’ve used other programming languages, mostly HTML and CSS, but haven’t had the opportunity to learn or become familiar with Python. I have a long way to go to proficiency, but have definitely got a…
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Happy New Discovery
This week I re-read the Sookie Stackhouse series by Charlaine Harris. This is a comfort series that I have returned to several times over the years. This time, I made a point of googling the novels Sookie reads and checking them out. I’m so glad I did, because for some…
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How to Write a Great Book
I was watching a youtube video by author Chris Fox, where he talks about how to use Dan Harmon’s story circle to write a great book. This circle is a simplified version of Vogler’s Hero’s Journey, and I wanted to hear more. I’ve been hearing about the book “The Writer’s…
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How to Get Ideas for Writing
In every writing class and workshop I’ve ever been to, at least one person has asked the teacher “where do you get your ideas?” They usually respond with varying degrees of derision, and move on asap. But, as Neil Gaiman stated in his Master Class on Storytelling (amazing listen, btw)…
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Romantic Suspense Tips
I’ve been struggling to layer my latest Romantic Suspense WIP in a way that feels natural and authentic. I was getting overwhelmed with advice, tips and beats. This article on the website The Novel Suspects by Sandra Brown was the loving kick in the pants that I needed. She articulately…
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