On Writing
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A Love Letter to Classic American Literature
Time eventually erases most art. What remains, what endures, what stands the test of time — those are the classics that deserve a spot in the American literary canon. We should celebrate them!
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The Reviews Are In: Here’s What the Critics Have to Say About Autumn in Wolf Valley
Drumroll please… the reviews are in! I am flattered and humbled by the many positive words various publications had to say about Autumn in Wolf Valley.
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Pub Day: Autumn in Wolf Valley is FINALLY Here!
Today’s the day. Autumn in Wolf Valley is officially out in the world!
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Sneak Peek: An Excerpt from Autumn in Wolf Valley
Please enjoy a sneak peek of my new novel Autumn in Wolf Valley, available everywhere books are sold June 3rd.
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You Will Love Autumn in Wolf Valley if You Loved These Books
When Booklife by Publishers Weekly reviewed Autumn in Wolf Valley, they compared it to two acclaimed novels: Jeffrey Eugenides’s The Marriage Plot and Kazuo Ishiguro’s Booker Prize Winner The Remains of the Day. Talk about humbling… (and dare I say undeserving). Self-promotion has long been my weakness as an author. And yet, here I am comparing my…
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Enter to Win a Free Kindle Ebook of Autumn in Wolf Valley
A Goodreads giveaway contest for a FREE Kindle copy of Autumn in Wolf Valley is open now!
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Announcing My New Novel: Autumn in Wolf Valley
Over a decade in the making, I am thrilled to FINALLY announce that my newest novel, Autumn in Wolf Valley, is coming June 3rd! Both the Kindle version and paperback are available to pre-order today.
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5 Movies About Authors That All Writers Should Watch
As a writer, you should focus on reading books. But sometimes you just need to watch a good movie. Here are the five best recent films for writers.
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Write Your Memoir, Before the Story Ends
I want to be clear: All life stories are worth telling. Are you ready to finally tell yours?
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Why I Started Subscribing to Physical Magazines Again (And You Should Too)
Remember physical magazines? They’re making a comeback in my household. And they should in yours, too.
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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Publishing Your Book
Making the choice to publish a book is an exciting and frightening time. Be sure you are prepared by asking yourself these questions first.
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How Meeting Colson Whitehead Changed My Writing Mindset
During my senior year at Michigan, author Colson Whitehead made a surprise visit to my English class. It was the turning point for my writing career.
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How the 5-Paragraph Essay is Still Thriving (And We Didn’t Realize It)
The five-paragraph essay isn’t just useful in high school classrooms anymore. It has taken over the online writing community.
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Should Authors Read Book Reviews Left by Readers?
Book reviews, whether good or bad, can leave a lasting impact on writers. Let’s discuss if authors should be reading these book reviews at all.
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4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Writing About Real Historical Figures
Is it okay to write about real historical figures in a fiction book? Here are 4 questions you should ask yourself if you want to go down that road.
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What Are the Pros (and Cons) of Using a Pen Name?
Some of the best authors, such as J.K. Rowling, Stephen King and Mark Twain, have used pseudonyms. But why? This calls for a pros and cons list.
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5 Books About Writing Advice For Becoming a Better Writer
Reading about writing can actually make you a better writer. Start with these 5 books about writing to help hone the craft of writing.
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Ranking the 10 Best Authors from Michigan
As a native of the great state of Michigan, and as an avid reader and writer, here’s a look at my countdown of the best authors from my home state.
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