PinnedPublished inThe Partnered PenThings I Wish I’d Known Before I Started Submitting My WritingA few tips to help new writers avoid the same mistakes I made.Feb 17, 202060Feb 17, 202060
Published inThe Partnered PenHow a Stranger Helped Us Find the True Meaning of ChristmasThe Girl Who Came for ChristmasDec 17, 20211Dec 17, 20211
Published inThe Partnered PenHenry, the Covid CatHow a tiny black and white cat brought joy to a family struggling through the pandemic.Jul 18, 2021Jul 18, 2021
Published inThe Partnered PenIs it Plagiarism? Probably not, but…Sometimes it’s difficult to decide if someone sharing your words is a compliment or a theft.Jan 4, 20215Jan 4, 20215
Published inThe Partnered PenHow Did 2020 Treat Your Writing?Me, I suffered from poor focus, loss of inspiration, decreasing creativity.Jan 3, 20213Jan 3, 20213
Published inThe Partnered PenWriting Tips from Six New York Times Best-selling AuthorsI’ve had blue-pencil sessions with six New York Times bestselling authors. Here are some of the most useful things I’ve learned.Apr 30, 20206Apr 30, 20206
Published inThe Partnered PenA Peek into the World of Literary Agents Part One: Stacey KondlaRecently, I had the opportunity to chat with a bright new force in the agenting world.Apr 1, 20203Apr 1, 20203
Published inThe Partnered PenCovid 19: Housebound by ChoiceA quick trip to a friend’s timeshare just across the border in Blaine Washington turned out to be more complicated than I expected.Mar 14, 20203Mar 14, 20203
Published inFearless She WroteThe Patriarchy is Alive and Well in the World of HealthcareA few of the most sexist things I’ve dealt with working as a female physiotherapist in private practice.Jan 22, 20207Jan 22, 20207
Published inP.S. I Love YouWhen I Die, Let Me Die EasyWhen I die, let me die easy.Jan 20, 20208Jan 20, 20208
Published inP.S. I Love YouSometimes the Most Effective Punishment is No Punishment at AllA single look from a wise, old shopkeeper ended my shoplifting career.Jan 11, 20204Jan 11, 20204
Published inThe Partnered PenA Year in the Life of a WriterIt’s not as exciting as you might think. Oh…you didn’t think that? My bad.Dec 31, 20198Dec 31, 20198
Published inThe Partnered PenIf You’re a Writer, a Vital Part of Your Job is to ReadMy Year in Books-a ReviewDec 31, 20194Dec 31, 20194
Published inThe Partnered PenCompassion Fatigue—an Unexpected Consequence of EmpathyBeing a caregiver takes a heavy toll on the person doing the caring; emotional, physically, and spiritually.Dec 15, 20195Dec 15, 20195
Published inP.S. I Love YouHolidays Chaos Got You Down? Try a Random Act of KindnessScience has shown that kindness, whether it is given, received, or even observed, has a multitude of physical and emotional benefits.Dec 10, 20195Dec 10, 20195
Published inThe Partnered PenPodcasts, a Fabulous Way For Busy Writers to Learn About CraftFour brilliant podcasts that you can listen to while you walk the dog, clean the house, work in the garden, or even drive your kids to…Dec 4, 20191Dec 4, 20191
Published inMuddyUmLet’s Get to Know Each Other: Round TwoCommunity is so important for writers, who, by the very nature of their occupation, are solitary. Getting to know each other is a perfect…Nov 29, 20192Nov 29, 20192
Published inMuddyUmTag, You’re It…A Peek into the Lives of Your Fellow WritersWriting is a solitary occupation. Connecting with our peers and being engaged is a win win endeavor in my books.Nov 28, 20191Nov 28, 20191
Published inOne Table, One WorldHate the Rain? The Cold? Dread Winter? It Might be Time to Think Like DaneThe Danish people have found the solution to the winter blahs. Getting cozy. They even have their own word for the experience: Hygge.Nov 26, 20193Nov 26, 20193
Published inOne Table, One WorldEating My Way Across Asia: SingaporeOne of the best ways to discover a new country is through their cuisine.Nov 24, 20196Nov 24, 20196