How I wait for an agent’s response
Just me trying to be funny. And probably failing.
Category Archives: Writing
6:30-7:30 a.m.: Coffee, Instagram, and oh yeah, a little writing
I’m not spending hour after hour, day after day, writing. I have some other things to do, too! But when I sit down to write, here’s what that hour looks like.
What’s love got to do with it?
I’m thrilled to be included in this upcoming nonfiction anthology, available March 1.
Do you run? Bike? Read? Go to school? How writing relates!
A brief collection of previous blog posts that address my different perspectives on writing.
Two opportunities to take a memoir class from me!
If you’ve always wanted to write a memoir, or have started one, consider taking one of my classes at The Loft this spring!
If you want to see change, don’t just tweet about it
Is it possible to have a successful protest through only a computer screen?
In defense of “Wrestling with Death”
I’m sure many people will “slam” WGN America’s new reality show, but I’m not one of them.
One phrase you don’t need to write in memoir
Are you using these two simple words that only serve to create distance between you and the reader?
How to add detail to your nonfiction
Add metaphorical detail to your nonfiction by exploring the possibilities of street names.
7 books for the nonfiction writer on your holiday list
Seven must-read books for any nonfiction writer.
If You Have Five Seconds to Spare 