As a former journalist and a communications consultant for more than 30 years, I devour books and articles about writing the way other people might eat bowlsfull of potato chips. If there is a book about writing, I’ve likely read it. (And if there’s a new one, I’m reading it shortly.) I also read about 90 blogs daily and scan the Internet voraciously, looking for new material about writing or related areas such as creativity, time management and freelancing. Writing about writing is a special pleasure for me because it helps me unite my core interests – reading and writing – and my lifetime of experience as a professional writer.
Reading time: Just over 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post about binge writing… Even though I’ve long cautioned against binge-writing I sometimes get […]
Do you like binge writing? Here’s why you shouldn’t Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a tip from consultant Emily Agnew… When my friend and colleague Emily Agnew (pictured above) gave
One more trick for those who edit WHILE they write… Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post on undercharging your writing…. Few topics make freelancers more nervous than their rates.
Are you undercharging your writing? Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post by Doug Stevenson…. Are you the type of writer who craves recognition —
Advice about ovations from Doug Stevenson Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss an infographic on how we spend time on social media… When I was a kid in
What’s your time on social media? Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post revealing how to find a book editor…. I have worked as a professional
How to find a book editor Read More »
Reading time: About 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world for material to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post about the risk of being too productive… Is it possible that you are too productive? I know I
The perils of being too productive Read More »
Reading time: About 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world for material to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post that could transform your writing by prompting you to use strong verbs… When I was in grade school
Do strong verbs power your writing? Read More »
Reading time: About 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world for material to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post about publishing contract problems… If you’re lucky enough to be offered a publishing contract by a traditional publisher,
Do you have publishing contract problems? Read More »
Reading time: Less than 1 minute This is my weekly installment of “writing about writing,” in which I scan the world to find websites, books and articles to help other writers. Today I discuss a blog post on digital minimalism written by Cal Newport… I’ve followed Cal Newport for years.
Exploring the idea of digital minimalism Read More »
