When Wanting to Make a Change, Find Hope by Finding Exceptions
A truism you’ll hear repeated in medicine, and other venues, is that the best predictor of future behavior is the past. This is a hopeful message if the choices people make have been empowering, but a dangerous belief if one Read More …
Befriending the Imposter Syndrome Beasticle – a Strategy for Writers Whose Internal Editor is a Special Brand of Nasty
Of all the voices of the Inner Critic, one of the most virulent is that of the Imposter Syndrome — my personal vulnerability. What is the IS? You might suffer from it if you: *Carry a sense of fraudulence. *Believe you’re one step away Read More …
Happy Canadian Thanksgiving
No real post today, peeps. I’m with family and friends, tucking into delicious food, and discovering the best way to launch a napkin to achieve maximal surprise. If I get my butt in gear, there may even be pie. Have a good Read More …
Designing the Ultimate Writer’s Retreat
After a week of distractions, Jan fantasizes about her ideal writing retreat. Read More …
Interview: Author Hilary Wagner on the Value of Persistence and NIGHTSHADE CITY
If you’ve hung around Tartitude for any length of time, you’ve probably encountered today’s guest, middle grade and young adult author, Hilary Wagner. If not, you’re in for a treat. Hilary’s debut, Nightshade City — published by Holiday House — was blurbed by Read More …
Winner for the Dee Garretson Giveaway and Mah Drool-Worthy Present
Results of the WILDFIRE RUN giveaway and objects of writerly lust. Read More …
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