Motivation

Querying isn't for the faint of heart. Here's how to get through the trenches while keeping your mental health in check.

There's nothing worse than being caught in a creative slump. Unless of course you're feeling defeated by persistent, negative self-talk, too. Here's how to cope.

Find yourself staring into your fridge when you're supposed to be writing? You're not alone. Most writers identify as steadfast procrastinators. Overcome it now.

Distracted and unable to focus on your writing? You're not alone. Here's how to reduce distraction and get back to doing what you do best, writer.

Stuck in a writing rut? Uninspired? Unmotivated? Lonely? You don't need to give up on your craft, just join a writing group. 

The road to becoming a successful, or even satisfied, writer can be a long one, but it doesn't have to be unenjoyable. Here's why most writers stress out about their craft and what to do about it.

Red pens are the stuff of nightmares. But receiving constructive criticism in a healthy way is as important to a writer’s career as, well, knowing how to write.