by RDC | Feb 21, 2018 | writing life
For many people, the first months of the year are a burst of energy as we set goals, make plans, and chase dreams with renewed vigor. But it’s also a great time to quit. Quit toxic people and relationships. Quit the toxic mindsets and bad habits holding you...
by RDC | Feb 14, 2018 | writing life
Yesterday I received a message from a writing friend, telling me she’d read one of my publications. She didn’t just read it—that would’ve been encouragement enough—she enjoyed it, and she told me in detail what she loved about it. My little writerly heart nearly burst...
by RDC | Feb 10, 2018 | writing life
For Christmas this year, Andrew gave me Once Upon a Time: The Storytelling Card Game. It’s exactly as described: a game, involving cards, where you tell stories. It’s simple and easy to learn, and each game only takes about half an hour. Once Upon a Time is based in...
by RDC | Feb 7, 2018 | writing tips
I don’t exactly believe in writer’s block. I believe writing is technically challenging and, at times, emotionally draining. In other words, I believe writing can be difficult. That’s why it’s called writing. What I don’t believe is that...
by RDC | Feb 3, 2018 | writing life
I’m a hobbyist gardener—meaning my house is overrun with succulents, most of which live in random thrift store containers. I find a lot of parallels between gardening and writing. No, I don’t mean the usual schmaltz about “nurturing your...
