Writing Mindset
For the past month, Sarah and I have been editing our two YA dystopian novels, The Price of Pandemonium and Darkness, Set Us Free.
Learning the Craft
WriteLife This past weekend, I attended the New Zealand Society of Authors’ (NZSA) Writing Roadshow — a series of lectures, [...]
In Search of Inspiration
This month I have been trying to get back into the writing groove.
Time Reveals All
WriteLife I’ve started editing again. Not because it was a job at the top of my list, but because my [...]
Adrift in Indecision
WriteLife I should have been more productive this month. I really should have. I’m finally entirely over the bout of [...]
Trying New Things
WriteLife This month, Sarah and I ventured outside our comfort zone—we entered a writing competition. The two of us barely have [...]
Lessons from Others
I’ve talked a lot about the benefits of using beta readers and having critique partners for our work.
Distractions, Distractions, Distractions
This month has been a busy one, full of a myriad of events all vying for my attention.
Writing Outside Your Comfort Zone
This week, I wrote a short story for the first time ever.
Christmas Reflections
The festive season always provides a good opportunity to reflect on the year that was, and look forward to the year ahead.