I love writing. I love teaching. I love teaching writing. I love listening to writers talk about their manuscripts. I love problem solving with writers. I love the delicacy and boldness of writing. These tips are things I’ve learned over…
Today’s quote come to us from the poet Julie Larios. I had the great good fortune to have Julie as my advisor during my last semester at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Her honesty and her love of good writing…
Today’s quote comes to us from Jane Kurtz. I first met Jane during my second semester at Vermont College of Fine Arts. Though she officially became my advisor, she also became a friend who will often email me just to…
Today’s quote comes to us from my friend, fellow Vermont College of Fine Arts classmate Kari Baumbach. Kari is an extraordinary writer whose focus is historical fiction. When I asked Kari what sustains quote sustains and buoys her as a…
Today’s quote comes to us from my friend, fellow VCFA classmate Margaret Crocker. Margaret is a writer and producer. She is also incredibly well read, smart and funny. I love to hear her take on things. When I asked her…
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Writing Resources
Because we work by ourselves, writers and illustrators often feel alone. We aren’t but sometimes we need to be reminded of all the great resources around us. Here are a few that I rely on for classes, news and general good thinking: