by Holly Niner | Jun 22, 2018 | Articles, News + Features, Resources for Writers, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process
The swing hung from the branch of a willow tree split in two by lightning. It was my quiet place. Under its shade, I observed the world, contemplated life, and read more books than I can count. The books came from a wonderful city library with circular staircases and...
by Jill Kolongowski | Jun 20, 2018 | Articles, Guest Contributors, News + Features, Resources for Writers, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process
Writing a first book is one thing. Writing a first book on a four-month deadline is another. So much is written about the joy of publishing a book, but less often discussed is the emotional minefield on the way to that published book. Writing my first book about a...
by Meredith Grant | Jun 13, 2018 | Articles, Author Interviews, News + Features, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process, Written
I had the pleasure of reading Under the Birch Tree to review for San Francisco Book Review. I hope you enjoyed providing your insights and experiences with us. What first inspired you to write your story? There was something about trees. When I was a young girl, maybe...
by editor | Apr 12, 2018 | Articles, Guest Contributors, Writing Inspiration
By Heather Heyford Last spring, I booked an Airbnb at a horse rescue ranch within walking distance of seven vineyards to drink pinot noir do research for The Sweet Spot. California wine country has always held a special place in my heart. It inspired my first...
by editor | Apr 9, 2018 | Articles, Guest Contributors, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration
By Amy Conner By their nature, intense romantic relationships are often as complicated as a rocket-operations manual written in Finnish by a Nobel theorist. And, if that relationship belongs to you, it’s a very good idea to ask yourself some questions before...
by editor | Feb 6, 2018 | Articles, Book Publishing, Guest Contributors, Writing Inspiration
By Joseph Davida For most of us, there are parts of life that are just plain dreadful. A good example is getting invited to, or even worse, being asked to participate in, somebody’s wedding. Despite the fact that it’s almost certainly bound to cost...
