Are you suffering from the writing blahs? When you sit down to work, do you sigh deeply and resort to eating chocolates until your writing time is over? In other words, has it been awhile since the muse graced your doorstep? If so, it’s time to woo her back. BecauseContinue Reading
I think the toughest battle for me is balancing writing with other healthy actions. There are only so many free hours in the day, so if I’m dedicating a couple hours a day to writing, it can be easy for exercise to fall by the wayside. Avoidance of the actualContinue Reading
The biggest physical challenge for me as a writer is staying physically active. I have diabetes and it’s important to get at least thirty minutes of exercise every day. If I don’t do it first thing in the morning, I can’t manage to work it in. I am a walkerContinue Reading
Anything worthwhile presents obstacles—how will you overcome them?
Whether you’re piecing together your debut novel, crafting poignant poetry, or just searching for the spark to ignite your writing passion, the right writing retreats can make all the difference. Imagine a place where your daily distractions are swapped for serene landscapes, inspiring workshops, and the camaraderie of fellow writers.Continue Reading
Can you boost your author platform by writing for magazines? I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Kerrie for years, and was honored when she asked me to contribute to her book, “Writer’s Digest Guide to Magazine Writing.” Here, Kerrie generously shares her story of how she got started writing forContinue Reading
Writing and characterization is all about knowing human nature. Psychologist Melissa Burkley has some suggestions to help you make sure your characters act realistically. by Melissa Burkley, Ph.D. Over a decade ago, I was invited by Psychology Today to write my own blog for their website. I was a professorContinue Reading
Do you need help plotting your novel? Bestselling author and story coach Jessica Brody (author of the #1 bestselling plotting book, Save the Cat! Writes a Novel) is giving a virtual writing workshop March 11, 2023, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. MST. You can be a part of it for only $47!Continue Reading
Below are listed several of Colleen’s past author interviews and podcast appearances. Stop Chasing a Checklist: Time Management Secrets Lifestyle with Liana Tan You’re setting goals, but wondering how to get the time to achieve them. Author and speaker, Colleen Story, helps us understand the different “time personalities,” how theyContinue Reading
Novel writing is an emotional rollercoaster. It begins with feeling overwhelmed. There is nothing as intimidating as a blank page. Then there is the feeling of excitement when ideas begin to flow. Then you feel the satisfaction of creating a world from scratch. Then there’s frustration when you’re hit withContinue Reading
I have always wanted to write novels, the seeds planted in my early childhood. What spurred my passion for writing? Reading. My parents always read to my older sister and me and I became immersed in the stories — whether they were fairytales or the witty musings of Dorothy ParkerContinue Reading
Are you frustrated at your lack of writing success? I often hear about this frustration from writers. Some tell me that they’ve been pitching agents for years and have yet to receive an offer for representation, so they’re ready to give up. Others say that publishing houses aren’t looking forContinue Reading