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Nov 21, 20222 min read

"Mysterium Lunae" by C. Tóibín

After the lunar eclipse earlier this month and my moon pictures last week, this heavenly object has been on my mind. Because of this, I...

Nov 14, 20222 min read

Finding Inspiration for Writing

Writing every day requires coming up with ideas. Every day. Some days, the thoughts flow freely. Other days, it's like pulling teeth....

Mar 4, 20221 min read

Who Needs Words?

Earlier this week, when researching something for a forthcoming project, a writing GIF somehow come across my screen. This led me down a...

Feb 16, 20211 min read

Creative Freedom Writing Workshop

If you've ever felt trapped or stuck, exploring creative freedom could be the key to opening up new avenues of creative expression!...

Feb 12, 20213 min read

5 Great Sources for Your Next Writing Prompt

I love writing prompts. This isn't a surprise since I also love sharing prompts I come up with on my Facebook and Instagram accounts, and...

Feb 5, 20211 min read

Writing Exercise (PDF): Capturing Big Feelings

February is here. A short month with a lot on its shoulders. We have Valentine's Day, which, no matter your feelings on the holiday, can...

Jan 23, 20211 min read

Creative Confessions: Detached

Some days I feel euphoric about my work. I revel in the accomplishment of filling what was once a blank space with ink and shaping ideas...

Jan 13, 20215 min read

Harnessing Your Dreams in Writing

I’ve had a recurring nightmare since I was in kindergarten. The dream is inextricably linked to a trip my Brownie troop took. I don’t...

Jan 6, 20214 min read

Writing the Extraordinary

Throughout our lives, we experience Extraordinary things, events, people, and places. Just as I think of creative masterpieces and...

Dec 17, 20203 min read

Using the Senses to Bring Your Writing to Life

Description is one of the foundational elements of writing. Basic sentence structure and grammar help readers understand your writing,...

Dec 11, 20202 min read

Using Cliches to Boost Your Creativity

When we cover clichés in my English class, I explain they’re shortcuts used to convey an experience, feeling, or set of feelings to...

Dec 4, 202010 min read

Getting Creative with Your Muse

The concept of the Muses comes to us from Ancient Greco-Roman mythology. According to the most popular tale, Zeus, in his usual fashion,...

Nov 24, 20206 min read

Gratitude: Thank you, practice pieces

This week, as we celebrate Thanksgiving in America, I like to take time to think about things I'm grateful for in different areas of my...

Oct 31, 20204 min read

Fueling the (Creative) Fire: Prompted Brainstorming

When your work involves being creative, it's hard to come up with new ideas day after day, hour after hour. To maintain a creative life,...

Sep 15, 20201 min read

Photo Prompt for Creativity!

Here's a photo prompt for the week. What happens when two people see each other for the first time? Love? Hate? Fear? Envy? For me, this...

Sep 8, 20201 min read

Creative Prompt: Using the Word NO!

I love to use a prompt along with a picture! Use either or a combination of both to kick start your writing! I'll also be posting a quick...

Jun 20, 20201 min read

Father's Day Writing Prompt!

Happy Father's Day! To help celebrate all the fathers in our lives, here's a little writing inspiration using a photograph of a man and...

Apr 21, 20201 min read

Celebrate Earth Day with Poetry!

Today is Earth Day, and this year marks the 50th annual celebration to support environmental protection. Check out the amazing line-up of...

Apr 5, 20201 min read

Myths & Curses: Free Creative Writing Workshop!

It's National Poetry Month! Ready to celebrate? Join me in this FREE hour-long creative writing workshop as we use Myths and Curses as...

Apr 2, 20201 min read

Creative Feedback: Giving and Receiving Like a Boss

If you're like most people, receiving feedback on your creative work isn't one of your favorite activities. Even for the toughest of...