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Chasing Your Tale: Finding Your Idea
Sometimes the hardest part of writing is finding a good idea of what to write about. Finding your idea is one part awareness and one

Okay, Seriously. What Are You Writing This Summer?
For many of us, summer is a time for time away from work, family vacations, and a break from the everyday slog. So why not

Should Freelance Writers Ever Write for Free?
Maintaining your blog and creating long-form downloadable content takes time, energy, and skill. And you should be paid for your work. But should you ever

Get Out and Write (Somewhere Different)
Many writers have a certain ritual they use to connect with their muse and get the creative juices flowing. That often includes a set space

Should You Go Back and Reread Your Own Work?
The project is done. The article has been proofread. The post has been published. You’re done, right? No need to go back and reread your

Trying to Develop a Writing Habit? Join Our Write Night
It isn’t easy to create new habits. There are always other things, competing priorities, and distractions to get in the way actually doing the thing

Legal Linguist Joins the PatchWork Collective Coworking Space in Ferndale, Michigan
Writing can be a lonely profession. While some of the best writing happens behind closed doors, some of the best thinking happens collectively. That’s why

When Emotion Can Get in the Way of Writing
Emotional conflict is a natural part of the law. Whether you are blogging about a controversial legal issue or responding to a pleading or email

Blogging Taught This “Pantser” to Plan
When it comes to fiction writing, the blank page has always been an invitation to me, rather than an obstacle. I have a unique ability

Get Intentional About Business Online and Off
Every business owner may be guilty of acting impulsively from time to time. But by getting intentional about business and your goals, both online and