No one cares about your project. Your book that you’re writing? That album you’re slaving away at? The recital next weekend? Your costume for the next convention? Nope. No one cares about it. …until they do. You know this part of the story all too well. The fame, the haters, the coattail-riding, the accolades, the interviews, the legions of newbies ripping it off… You know this part...
On Writing, Pt. 5: Getting Unblocked
There are many authors who will tell you writer’s block is a fabrication. They (meaning Stephen King) will tell you that the amateur waits for inspiration, while the professional gets to work. They (meaning Todd Henry) will glibly say “I only write when I’m motivated too. I just happened to be motivated every day at 8am.” They argue on forums and bicker in writer’s groups and oh my...
How Bad Do You Want It? (Blog + Note To Self, 4.14.17)
If you're going to follow your dream, know that your dream has costs. Only YOU can decide if they're worth it. So how bad do you want it?