Lessons from the Lowitt Trail
On writing
I come from a long tradition of writers whose creativity seems to depend on movement. Long walks clear my mind, creating space for the seeds of stories to grow unchoked ... Read more
On writing
Putting goals in their place. A creativity paradox.
On writing
I am a firm believer in goals, as S.M.A.R.T as you can make them. Check out my 2022 Writing Plan document and file/make a copy for yourself while you’re at ... Read more
The Weekly! October 4-10 2021
A Room Of Your Own, On writing
My current goals I am so close to wrapping up the first draft of the novel I am working on now. Let’s see…can I elevator pitch it yet? Three women ... Read more
In case you need a reminder to keep going. I know I do.
On writing
I’m 25, 000 words into my novel, and I’m stuck. Worse yet, self-doubt is finding it’s way in despite the traps I’ve laid to catch it and snuff it out ... Read more
Adjust your pace accordingly
On writing
A lesson that has been coming up for me again and again in various aspects of my life is the importance of paying attention and adjusting my pace accordingly. I’ve ... Read more
It’s all about the routine–and how you shake up the routine
On writing
It is about making a schedule and sticking to it. It’s about getting up before everyone else and setting aside all distractions to get to work. It’s about stopping at ... Read more
There are things you will have to give up.
On writing
I’m assuming you are like me, trying to write while also working full time. Like me, you may have a family and hobbies that keep you happy and sane. A ... Read more
See it, to achieve it.
On writing
Dear Writer Friends, So, you are making the time. You are sitting down at your desk, bichoktam. You are doing the work. You honor your writing time and do what ... Read more
Commit, and slay those focus vampire habits!
On writing
Dear writer friend, Last week I paid attention to the amount of time I spend thinking about getting started writing during the time I’ve committed to writing. It’s a lot. ... Read more
Happy new year, writer friends! How are you making time in 2021?
On writing
Purpose. It’s been a pandemic since I last wrote here. I started this blog as a way for me to crystalize my own craft insights and to inspire others ... Read more