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ChatGPT and Memoir
To say that ChatGPT has changed the writing game would be an understatement,...
Using Gender-Inclusive Language in Writing
Language is powerful. It shapes so much of our lives and how we perceive and...
The Value of Accountability in Writing
Memoirs are deeply personal, no matter the topic. Whether you’re chronicling...
Why I Love Working With Memoir Writers
I love working with ALL writers but, if I’m being honest, memoir writers have...
Demystifying the Manuscript Editing Process
When I work 1:1 with an author, I become a part of their life. They are...
Tips for Creating an Inspiring Writing Space
Whether you write for a living or for leisure, you need a space to let your creative juices flow. No matter if you’re living in a 2500 square foot home, or you share a two-bedroom apartment with 3 other humans…there are ways to create the space you need.
4 Ways to Avoid Libel in Memoir Writing
So, you’ve decided to write your story—good for you!—but you’re struggling...
The Difference Between a Memoir, an Autobiography, and a Biography
People often confuse memoirs, autobiographies, and biographies, and there’s a...
Dealing With Insecurities While Writing Your Memoir
The reality is that the very first hurdle that new (and even experienced writers) face is insecurity.
Practicing Self Care and Setting Boundaries While Telling Your Story
Some memoirs deal with heavier subject matter than others. When you’ve lived...
If You Write, You Are a Writer
Hands down, the number one hesitation I hear from people is that they have a...
Exploring Relationships in Memoir
We’re all social beings. Even if you're introverted like me, there are...
Memoir Writing:: Where Do You Start?
Like any significant project, it can be hard to know where to start when you...
How to Write Natural Dialogue
NATURAL dialogue simply refers to the way that people speak when they’re comfortable. It’s the words, phrases, and styles we use naturally.
Why the best tools for memoir editing are compassion and empathy
You’re the product of all your experiences. This is a common expression—one...
The key to consistent messaging: the style guide
One thing I rely on for every one of my clients is the style guide: a simple...
Avoiding Gender Stereotypes in Fiction Writing
Gender stereotyping occurs in fiction when a writer either depicts all of one...
If You are White, please think before using certain words
Our world is a diverse place, and the...
Your Message Deserves Better Than Low-Grade
In The Editor’s Companion, author Steve Dunham quotes copyeditor for the Sun...
The Editor (AKA, Your Silent Partner)
I just finished an amazing book…I think you would love it. Oh? Who was the...
A simple guide to the different types of editing
Whether you’re looking to have a book manuscript edited, a resume cleaned up,...