Writing Life
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When Your Story Scares You: Embracing the Fear of Failure
I still remember when I came up with the idea for the book I’m currently getting ready to submit to agents. Oliver’s story came to me with a brilliance that both excited and terrified me. The central concept felt special, unique. Yet alongside that excitement came a wave of doubt. What if I couldn’t do
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Epic Quests And Lesson Plans: Adventures In Middle Grade Fiction
Hello, fellow adventurers! I’m an educator by day and an author by night, navigating the wild worlds of writing and education. For years, I published nonfiction books about teaching and American History. You know, the stuff you sometimes read, but often skip over in favor of that latest fantasy novel. But through it all, I