Shares how the classic novel, "The Secret Garden," helped me overcome my challenges
Category: success
The House the Author Built
Discusses the "building work" of writing a book
Bringing the Outside In
Shares why we need to give new experiences a chance, even if we're used to not fitting in
The Power of Perseverance in Publishing
Shares how persistence pays off and how it led me to my third book deal
The Highs, the Lows, and the Crummy Plateaus
Discusses how you can overcome the standstill points in life
The Education of Writing
Discusses whether or not you need a degree to pursue a career in writing and what you should consider when making that decision.
A Proper View of Progress
Shares how recognizing even minuscule progress helps us persevere in our pursuits
The Hidden Pitfalls of Publishing
Gives the low-down on the long road of getting published and why you need to stay persistent and positive
Measuring Your Own Success
Discusses the need to measure your own success, taking into account your abilities and circumstances
Scams—The Part of Writing You Don’t See Coming
Shares the scams I've run across while pursuing a career in writing and how to recognize them









