My friend Janice is enjoying a milestone moment. A major traditional publisher will release her novel, Accused, tomorrow! I asked Janice if she would stop by and tell us a little about her journey. Routine 1. A customary or regular course of procedure. 2. Commonplace tasks, chores, or duties as must be done regularly or [...]

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It’s January and it’s Monday. Beginnings make me feel like it’s time to hurry up and get moving. I’m a morning person (when I’ve slept well) and mornings make me feel that way, too. Hurry up! Go running and eat breakfast and hurry to your computer! So much to do! (Or on more embarrassing days [...]

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(Here are my little heirloom tomatoes, sunberries, and ground cherries in their jiffy pots.) I’ve been working on edits for this one project for months. And months. Last week I realized that I have lost all perspective on my edits. I can no longer tell if the changes I’m making are making the story better [...]

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