Packing List for the Writer’s Digest Conference, this coming Friday-Sunday in New York City. In no particular order: 1. A sense of humor to overcome any traveling or hotel-related mishaps 2. Books on my Kindle, podcasts and a new Great Courses on my iPhone for the train ride 3. Cash for tipping and drinks 4. […]
July Book Review
Welcome to the July book review! At the end of each month, I review the books I’ve read. Enjoy! Don’t forget that earlier this month, I did an extra book review post for my July Book Binge. If you didn’t check out that post, take a look before you continue here! The Book: Ready Player One by Ernest […]
Big Question, Writing Prompt: The “Grew Up” Question
Happy Monday morning! As you begin your workweek, before you jump into the minutiae of everyday work and life, take a moment to step back and ask yourself a Big Question. This can be a writing prompt, or just a question to ponder during the day. When I was ten years old, what did I want […]
Twenty Years of Stories
Today I turn 34. And that should be a relief, because 33 was my scary age, but for the first time in my life, I’m getting regular shocks of “I’m old.” The first time was earlier this month, when someone made a reference to high school, and I realized that I’m now twice the age that […]
A Moment In Time: Hello, Phone
I’m starting a new series of very short stories describing a recent moment in my life. I hope you enjoy, and please share if you’ve had a similar experience! Hello I don’t know the cell phone numbers of my mom, best friend or cousin. A longtime friend returned to town and called me to set up a […]
Big Question, Writing Prompt: Life Change
Happy Monday morning! As you begin your workweek, before you jump into the minutiae of everyday work and life, take a moment to step back and ask yourself a Big Question. This can be a writing prompt, or just a question to ponder during the day. What have you changed about your life in the past […]