by Julia | Apr 1, 2024 | Creative Writing
Every writer has their favourite quotes that spark inspiration and connect to their storytelling journey. I’m a big collector of quotes. I love the little kernels of truth and emotion that can be found in so few words. I’ve got a huge board of quotes related to all...
by Julia | Mar 25, 2024 | Personal Growth
Let me ask you something: why is it that when we feel the excitement of getting closer to our creative goals and it’s bursting out of our chest, we stamp down on it before we become “too giddy.” Why do we keep quiet about our accomplishments? Why do we downplay our...
by Julia | Mar 18, 2024 | Books, Personal Growth, Productivity
Some of us are lucky to have aligned our creative passions with our jobs. Others, not so much. The more commitment and time we put into that job, the more it seeps into our personal lives, leaving less time for our creative passions. If you’re anything like me, you...
by Julia | Mar 12, 2024 | Writing Process
Writing is hard! Getting back into creative writing after a long hiatus is grueling! I went over a year without working on any of my projects and it took me a long time to realize that I needed my passion back in my life. That thunderclap didn’t make it...
by Julia | Dec 20, 2023 | Books, Creative Writing, Publishing, Writing Process
I’ve been prepping to launch this blog for a few months now, crafting my thoughts on creative writing and the writer’s lifestyle into legible prose. I’ve reflected on my vision for this blog. I love what this platform could do for our community and today, I want...
by Julia | Dec 18, 2023 | Publishing
When I’m outlining a story, I’m first writing for myself. I’m creating this world, this story because it excites me. I want to read it! When I write and revise the story, I begin to think about my future readers and I try to predict what they want and would enjoy. I...
by Julia | Dec 11, 2023 | Productivity
Maintaining a writing routine is difficult! Especially with our busy lifestyles. And, as a teacher, it always seems like an endless loop of report cards, assessments, unit wrap-ups, and fun days. Is my head spinning? Yes. Have I placed writing on hold until summer?...
by Julia | Dec 10, 2023 | Creative Writing, Writing Process
We’ve all done it at some point. We’ve tried to emulate our favourite authors and come away with a piece that sounded pretentious. I’ve had friends who’ve told me cut out words and phrases that I’d thought were pivotal to my manuscript and I’m so grateful that...
by Julia | Dec 9, 2023 | Personal Growth
I vaguely recall those days as a child when I shared my stories without worrying about what others thought. But, somewhere down the line as both an avid reader and writer, I began comparing my work to those of other authors. It doesn’t matter how many times I’ve been...
