There’s a paradox to being a writer. We do all this work in solitude, for reasons beyond ordinary comprehension. We know that we need to practice our craft no matter the outcomes. We say we do it “for me.” But at the end of the day, as much as we have a personal need that’s… [Read More]
Sometimes we need to break it.
When it comes to revising our drafts, there’s a tendency for writers to get a bit too cozy. Particularly if we’ve typed and printed off pages. Forget it — it’s like the scene has calcified somehow. We’ve built a structure. And it feels so good to have a roof over our heads after standing so… [Read More]
Yes! Writing is scary!
The reasons we don’t want to write are valid. Writing can feel uncomfortable, scary, even dangerous. That’s to be expected. It’s not just you. It’s me. It’s everyone. I’ve never met a writer — published, working, or otherwise — who doesn’t feel the fear. The apprehension. The second-guessing. The sweaty palms. Should I really be… [Read More]
Change is a practice: checking in.
Last June, we made a commitment to do more to make sure our school is a safe, inclusive, and anti-racist space, especially for Indigenous writers, Black writers, and writers of colour. This is a check-in, to let you know how we’re doing on that commitment. Please read our ethics statement. We continue to train ourselves… [Read More]
Let your heart get involved.
Commit to your writing, even when you don’t feel like there’s enough time. Even when you feel a bit incompetent. Even when you feel vulnerable and uncertain. Make a promise to your writing, and let your heart get involved. It’s not just a goal you’re setting: it’s a relationship you’re nurturing. Make a commitment from… [Read More]
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