The Shoals Writers Guild November Event

Please join me at the next meeting for the Shoals Writers Guild of Florence, Alabama! I’ll be talking with them about my publishing experiment, Launching 3 Books in 8 Months, and sharing some of the lessons learned so far. (If you aren’t familiar with experiment, you can view the first post here.) I’m honored andContinueContinue reading “The Shoals Writers Guild November Event”

5 Ways to Rock A Critique

Critiquing someone else’s project can be challenging, especially in the early stages when it needs work. We may not feel comfortable offering our insights to someone else, but giving honest feedback can be highly beneficial. As you read, consider the story elements and how they come together as a whole. Observe any weaknesses in structureContinueContinue reading “5 Ways to Rock A Critique”

Opportunities for Writers in Alabama

There are several great opportunities coming up for writers in Alabama: a conference, a contest, and two FREE workshops. One of the workshops offers an online option for those who can’t be there in person. JUNE Athens, Alabama Free weekend workshop hosted by Athens State University. June 27th & 28th. In-person and online options areContinueContinue reading “Opportunities for Writers in Alabama”

An Interview with AWC

Today, Bradley Sides is hosting me on the Alabama Writers’ Cooperative blog. We’re talking about writing and new releases. You can join us here. View the interview! About AWC Alabama Writers’ Cooperative is the oldest writers organization in Alabama. They have the privilege of overseeing the state’s poet laureate selection. AWC also has two excitingContinueContinue reading “An Interview with AWC”

Super Doople and Listening as a Creative

It’s not easy for me to put this into words, please know I’m doing my best. Super Doople began as a fun and silly superhero twist on the Humpty Dumpty story. I often smiled as I worked on it, thinking of egg puns and adding details to the artwork—like Humpty’s cake shop or Little DoopleContinueContinue reading “Super Doople and Listening as a Creative”