Today I have the honor of kicking off our next TeachingAuthors topic: "Messy Middles. " But before I get to my post, I want to c...

I know, I know. I can read the small print.  NaNoWriMo ’s BRAVE THE PAGE ’s subtitle clearly reads: “A Young Writer’s Guide to Telling ...

In 87 lifetimes I could never come to know the terrific and talented writers from all walks of life my teaching and coaching continue to br...

One of the most exciting days in an author’s life is Book Release Day! It’s a time for parties with your critique group, friends, museum st...

Congratulations to the winners of our Student Success Story giveaway of the middle-grade novel  Essie Rose’s Revelation Summer : Linda ...

  Note: I have written about this topic years ago, but this is a new post The calendar says it's fall...not that you'd notice here...

I’ve noted before, Monica excels at taking a moment in history, oftentimes a forgotten moment, and fashioning a story that is both compel...

. Howdy, Campers, and Happy Poetry Friday ! My poem, the link to our current book giveaway, and the PF link are all below. Our current Bo...

Today's Wednesday Writing Workout is courtesy of Leanne Pankuch, my "Writing Buddy" and former critique group member. Long-ti...