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I joined the 5am writer’s club. I failed. Knowing that, you may be thinking I am the most unqualified person in the world to write a blog about morning writing routines. But here’s the thing: in failing to wake up at 4:30am each day I discovered my own groove—and I’m here to help you do […]

Quick note: this awesome, free Writing a Short Story in 7 Days post contains one affiliate link which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! A few weeks ago I attempted something I’d never done before: writing a short story. But […]

With the rise of social media it may feel like websites are a dying trend—especially as a creative who’s not necessarily selling any products or services directly—but I promise you, it’s just the opposite. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, they’re all great for building and engaging with your community. But you don’t own those profiles, the […]

Quick note: this awesome, free Pinterest for Authors post contains one affiliate link which just means I’ll receive a small commission if you purchase from that link directly—but it’s at absolutely no cost to you! Pinterest isn’t just about recipes, home makeovers, and DIY projects—it’s the gateway to your dream reader. Did you know there […]

I heard an interesting interview on a podcast recently with a bestselling hybrid author. She was talking about how in order for a book (any book) to gain traction it needs to have multiple touch points. The key to not just building momentum, but also keeping it, is diversifying where we show up. Every platform […]

I grew up dreaming about dragons, reading stories with real-life settings and fantasy twists, writing Dramione fanfic, and scouring the woods for fae. One thing remained consistent above all: I loved the idea that a supernatural adventure could be around any corner—and as I got older, that a smoldering fallen angel or a centuries-old brooding […]

Romance and fantasy have always paired well, but it really wasn’t until the last few years that the concepts blended and gained industry status. According to The Washington Post, romantasy is one of the fastest-growing genres right now! Many would contribute this to Queen Sarah J. Maas. Regardless of who trailblazed the path though, there’s […]

It’s Indie April (yay!) so I thought I’d share a few ways you can support indie authors this month & beyond. But first… what is an indie author? indie author (n): a writer who independently manages the entire process of bringing a book to publication | Synonyms: entrepreneur, badass, dreamer, storyteller, magic, hustle, heart Just […]

What’s the first thing people see before they find your book? Your newsletter, website, social media. You—your author brand.  The rule of 7 is a marketing principle based on the idea that someone needs to see your brand at least seven times before making a purchase decision. Seven times. That’s why first impressions are so […]

It’s been a little over a year since I decided to bet on myself, go all-in on my dreams, and publish the book of my heart. With these kinds of milestones, there’s always a lot of reflecting, lifestyle changes, and forming new (more productive) habits. So, I thought I’d share a few lessons I’ve learned […]