Setting the scene
I've been spending a lot of time lately revising my novel. It's set in a small town in Pennsylvania, and while the town is fictional, …Read More
Category Archives: Writing
Seeking sources: how to build the home office of your dreams
I'm cranking through a few more pieces, and would love to hear from people! 1. How to design a home office that works. If you've worked …Read More
Back in the groove (and my outtakes file)
Last week, I was feeling pretty unhappy about the novel. I picked it up for the first time in a few months, and as I …Read More
Taking another stab at a project
I’m finally reading my novel again after 3 months away from it. And my feelings are...mixed. I’m quite fond of many parts. Other parts feel …Read More
Seeking sources: Get ready in less time
Getting ready in the morning can take a lot of time. Forget the commute -- not having to look decent is the major upside of …Read More
Managing multiple big projects at once
I’ve got a couple big projects in process right now. I’m working on a guidebook for the Philanthropy Roundtable that looks at issues of teacher …Read More
Seeking sources: Have you conquered your snooze button?
I'm working on a piece on dropping the snooze button habit. There is nothing more miserable than sleeping in 9-minute increments. If you've come up …Read More
My business model — and my identity
This is a completely naval gazing post. Then again, isn’t that what a blog is for?I’ve been spending a bit of time over the last …Read More
Sources for upcoming stories
As usual, I'm working on a host of stories, and need some sources... 1. Ways to make the most of your commute. It's a perennially popular …Read More
How to make the switch to a writing career
Laura’s note: Over the next few days, I’ll be answering some of my Frequently Asked Questions -- questions that I often hear from readers. As …Read More