Share Your Writing

Sharing your writing with others takes courage. You expose yourself to criticism. You show the vulnerable side of you. You speak up your mind in a way others may not agree with. You give up control. It can be frightening, butĀ also liberating. People often tell me that they would like to start a blog, but … Continue reading Share Your Writing

How Thinking Less Can Improve Your Writing

When you plan your writing, you try to fit it into a mold. You search for the right words instead of letting the right words find you. You try to tame it. It doesn't matter whether it's a post or a novel that you're writing. You may see it through to the end, and it … Continue reading How Thinking Less Can Improve Your Writing

The Benefits of Reading a Book Twice

There are so many interesting books out there that reading the same book twice may seem like the ultimate indulgence. But the benefits justify it. Reading it twice helps you become a better writer The first time, we tend to read for plot. We pay more attention to events and characters. It’s the way our … Continue reading The Benefits of Reading a Book Twice