If you haven’t jumped on the mindfulness bandwagon yet, it might be time to hop aboard. Mindfulness has many proven benefits, from...

Writer’s block is something every writer faces from time to time. But while it’s a common problem that can get in the way of productivity...

With a fresh year approaching, how about taking a fresh challenge: drop your old, worn-out writing habits and adopt a new approach to...

Want to get more exercise this year? Join the crowd. Getting in shape has long been a top New Year’s resolution. But writing, like other...

Every writer has produced work they’re not proud of. But if you’re on a pattern of poor writing, don’t get discouraged. Chances are...

Fall is almost here, but are you prepared for a new season of writing? If not, there’s no time to waste. Whether you’ve been punching...

As time-consuming as it may be, reviewing a cookbook for accuracy, clarity, and consistency is well worth the effort. Here are four steps...

A bio is basically a short summary of a writer’s credentials and interests. As small as they are, bios have a big job—to describe you in...

Summer’s here, which means school is out and there are lots of fun things beckoning—barbecues, a trip to the beach, biking with the kids....

With the political atmosphere abuzz these days, there’s been a lot of ranting on the internet, especially on social media. Clearly people...

When writers look for places to submit their work, they often choose markets that request a query letter first. Submitting a query letter...

Here's what I've learned about writing about dogs, although these rules are applicable to pretty much any writing field: Don’t pretend to...

Here are some dos and don’ts to help you decide when you should and shouldn’t write for free: Do write for free when you’re just getting...

What's different about this book? First of all, it doesn't address every aspect of writing. Instead, No Average Writer points out common...

As I mentally prepare for our new puppy arriving in March, I contemplate how my writing life will be affected by the upcoming change. If...

Do you, like many of us writers, have those days when you wonder why you write? You think maybe all the effort you’re putting into your...

Getting motivated to be productive during a long, cold month can seem daunting, for sure. But here’s an idea: why not begin with some...

Attending a writing event is a great way for writers to learn, network, and make some friends. And with so many options offered, it’s...

One of my summer projects is to get started writing a novel. It’s been about eight years since I wrote my last book, so I’ll admit I’m a...

Recently, I ran my dog in his first flyball tournament. If you don’t know anything about flyball, it’s a dog sport where two teams of...