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…