Writing Blog
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a First-Time Author
If you’re struggling with imposter syndrome, know that you’re not alone. The doubt may never fully disappear, but it doesn’t have to control you. Keep writing, keep learning, and keep reminding yourself that your voice matters. Every writer starts somewhere, and every story you write—no matter how imperfect—brings you one step closer to the writer you’re meant to be.
Creating Complex Characters: My Scrivener Character Template
In this post, I’m sharing the template I use in Scrivener to develop my characters. I’ve found it invaluable in ensuring my characters are multidimensional and consistent throughout my stories.
My Outlining Process: How I Structured My Novel
Outlining a story can feel like an overwhelming task, but over time, I’ve developed a process that helps me stay organized while leaving room for creativity. In this post, I’ll walk you through the approach I took to structuring my current work in progress, from the initial idea to a detailed outline that guides my writing.
The Inspiration Behind My Novel
Every story begins with a spark—an idea, a moment, or a feeling that refuses to let go. For me, the journey of writing my debut novel started with a single, persistent thought that grew into something much bigger. In this post, I want to take you behind the scenes of what inspired my novel, how the idea evolved, and why I felt compelled to write this story.
Categories
Writing Journey – My goals, milestones, reflections on my progress, and lessons learned along the way.
Writing Process – Blog posts about drafting, revising, and my creative habits.
Writing Resources – Tools, research methods, and recommendations.
My Novel – Updates on my current work in progress.
Book Reviews – Reviews of various writing craft books and comparable novels to my work in progress.