Pursuing publishing in my 40s, surviving the novel query trenches, and battling procrastination daily. Plus things I read, watch, cook, and love.
I'm a lifelong Seattleite with a journalism background who writes contemporary fiction with humor and heart. I help others navigate the often-opaque world of writing and publishing. I also love to read and cook. I'm so glad you're here!
Personal essays on writing, parenting, and life after religion. Plus occasional updates on my (hopeful) journey to publication, the odd poem, and a running list of my current (music, book, TV, podcast, food) obsessions.
Happily Ever Afters (HEAs), writing, books, food, pop culture, and other fixations by romance author Gina Banks
This is a newsletter that will share lessons I've learned along the way as an author, mother, and human. Sometimes it will be hard to hear, but I hope what is shared can be encouraging too.
Life advice, fun finds, and dating gossip — from Joanna Goddard and the Cup of Jo team.
Where fiction-writing wisdom comes to light: A book coach's trail of craft revelations and creative aha insights.