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"Fantasy is hardly an escape from reality. It's a way of understanding it." Lloyd Alexander

a bookshelf with pine shelves, and three clay potted plants.

Resources I love

Whether its in a classroom or curled up on my couch, the best ways to grow my writing are through reading and research. Here are some of the never-fail favorites I return to again and again, and new discoveries I’m excited to share.

Found in my writing room

Reading Like a Writer

by Francine Prose

Want to figure out exactly how your favorite author put together that amazing scene that had you bawling your eyes out? This book can help.

Bird by Bird

by Anne Lammott

Writing may not seem that arduous, but the mental journey can sometimes feel daunting. Let Lamott guide you, and you’ll get stronger with each step.

The Art and Craft of Fiction

by Michael Kardos

We all need a technical guidepost to help us fix leaky plots, spotty dialogue, and rusty settings. This no-nonsense manual is always a good place to revisit.

A Heroine’s Journey

by Maureen Murdock

Where have you been all my life? This recent recommendation has been groundbreaking. Stay tuned for specifics on why you should read it, too.

Online Tools

Vulgar Language Creation
Inkarnate Map Making
DIY MFA Writer Ignitor
WordHippo Thesaurus
NYC Midnight Writing Contests

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