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Resources, tips, and advice created by me with you in mind. More links coming soon!

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Resources & Books

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 NaNoWriMo Cheat Sheet

If you've ever considered participating in NaNoWriMo, but were afraid to try, this FREE  resource was created for you.
...CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

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 Writing Tips: Digital

This FREE book can help you accomplish your writing goals and kick discouragement to the curb, where it belongs. It can also inspire you to write the best story possible, while creating believable characters and well-developed worlds at the same time.
...CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

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 Writing Tips Workbook: Print Only

This resource provides in-depth exercises, brainstorming tips, and writing prompts, along with line pages to write your ideas upon. You don't need to feel overwhelmed when crafting your next book.
...CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE


Articles & Tips

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 Organic World Building

Everything seems to be going organic lately—from produce in the grocery store to fabrics in your clothing to ingredients in your soap. Even books, which seemed pretty organic to me to begin with since they were made from paper...CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE

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Where Do Story Ideas Come From?

Writing a book is all about taking an idea and playing with it. Sort of like teasing a cat with a string. You move the string and the cat follows. You start with an idea—what if dogs could fly?—and then you move through your story, seeing what would happen as a result...CLICK HERE TO READ THE REST OF THIS ARTICLE

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      • What Team Are You On
    • LESSONS IN LATTE
    • VALIANT & EXTRAS >
      • VALIANT EXCERPT
      • RENEGADE EXCERPT
    • SHADE >
      • SHADE EXCERPT
      • DUSK EXCERPT
      • DAWN EXCERPT
    • LOST GIRLS
    • FAIRYTALE CHRISTMAS
    • DARK HEART SERIES
    • FATHOM >
      • THE WORLD OF FATHOM
    • AFTERLIFE >
      • AFTERLIFE EXTRAS
    • A PLACE OF MAGIC
    • ART BOOKS
  • For Writers
    • For Writers >
      • Books & Resources
    • Articles >
      • Where Story Ideas Come From
      • Why do some people like to read scary stories?
      • What happens when the imaginary people in your story take over?
      • Sometimes you have to create a new monster
      • When writers have to make tough decisions
  • Blog
  • Newsletter
  • Short Stories
    • Afterlife: Chasing Spring-Heeled Jack
  • Extras
    • NEWS
    • PHOTO ALBUM
  • Contact
  • Product