May 19, 2026
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5 min read
Sure, know when to cut your losses, but some ideas are just too good to drop.
May 14, 2026
4 min read
Plus: Upcoming Zoom workshops, and discounts for one-on-one coaching!
May 12, 2026
In a word: gracefully.
May 7, 2026
3 min read
A novel, genuinely effective way of coming up with story ideas.
May 5, 2026
Plus: Lots of upcoming Zoom workshops, and discounts for one-on-one coaching!
Apr 30, 2026
2 min read
Personal essays can be one of the most difficult, intimidating forms of storytelling. Here's some help from a top-notch editor.
Apr 28, 2026
Better first drafts come from alignment, not perfection.
Apr 21, 2026
The way we present ourselves and our work can be the difference between landing an assignment and getting passed over.
Apr 14, 2026
6 min read
There are countless ways to pitch every story, but there are very, very few concrete rules that apply to every pitch.
Apr 10, 2026
Remember: Don't take rejection personally, because it truly is not. The odds — and system — are stacked against you.
Dec 23, 2025
1 min read
It's been a rough year, but our community came together in huge ways.
Dec 18, 2025
Is that paycheck really worth the emotional cost?
Dec 16, 2025
Being impressive is one thing. Being an obvious choice puts you on a whole other level.
Oct 9, 2025
Every pitch is different, but there are some common themes you should look for — both to include and to avoid
Sep 16, 2025
Love 'em or hate 'em, they're still a factor
Sep 11, 2025
A subtle but crucial difference.
Sep 2, 2025
A lot less than you probably think
Aug 5, 2025
New to the game? Here's a great place to start. Been in it a while? Time to brush up on your fundamentals.
Jul 17, 2025
7 min read
"There are too many factors for me to mentally or emotionally take full responsibility for a rejection. So, I don’t."
Jul 8, 2025
The good, the bad, and the ugly
Nov 12, 2024
Lollllllll yeah ...
Oct 31, 2024
And why they're actually not scary at all
Oct 24, 2024
Working with good editors will pay off in the long run
Oct 11, 2024
It's both easier and harder than you'd think
Oct 9, 2024
That and more in today's Q&A
