The StoryBold Library
EXPLORE BOOKS. UNDERSTAND STORIES. STEP INSIDE THE WRITING LIFE.
The StoryBold Library is where I share the books I'm reading, the ideas I'm wrestling with, and the lessons I'm learning as I write across genres. You'll find literary essays, book recommendations, craft articles, and behind-the-scenes reflections designed to help you become both a more discerning reader and a more thoughtful writer.
Writing a Book in 2026? Here's Everything You Need to Know
A soulful, strategic guide to writing a book with purpose, no matter where you are in your writing journey.
What is Creative Writing? Definition, Types, and How to Get Started
Learn what creative writing is, explore its major types and benefits, and discover practical ways to start developing your own creative writing practice.
How to Revise a Novel: A Calm Approach to the Hardest Phase
Revision is where your novel transforms. Discover a steady, soulful approach to revising your manuscript in this clear, compassionate guide.
My Novel Almost Got Published. Now I’m Revising It Again.
After my novel came close to publication, I decided to revise it again and share the process publicly. Come behind the scenes as I rethink the story, respond to publishers' feedback, and discover what revision can make possible.
The Complete Guide to Literary Agents and How to Land One (+ Alternatives that Work)
Discover how to find and work with literary agents and explore smart, actionable paths to publication in this empowering guide for authors.
Before and After Getting a Literary Agent: My Candid Story and the Lessons That Stuck
Follow my story of getting—and eventually parting ways with—a literary agent, and the empowering lessons I learned about finding the right creative partner for your book.
13 Unique and Effective Writing Tips for Better Storytelling
Discover proven ways to find success and joy at every stage of your journey. It's time to unleash your voice, build skills for a lifetime, connect with readers, and advance your writing career.
How to Get Better at Writing: A No-Fluff Guide that Gets Results
Discover how to get better at writing with clear, actionable steps: perfect for writers who want more than just “write every day.”
Inspiration on Demand: 21 Creative Writing Prompts for Every Milestone
Discover the transformative power of creative writing prompts for every stage of your writing journey.
8 Advanced Strategies for Developing Your Writing Style
Practice eight advanced strategies for developing a stand-out writing style readers crave.
How to Improve Your Writing Style: 6 Easy Tips to See Fast Results
Discover easy steps you can take to transform your writing in minutes.
Book Ideas That Choose You: A True Story of Creative Timing, Resistance, and Saying Yes
Get inspiration from my true story about writing a book I didn’t plan. Learn how timing, resistance, and real life can lead to the right book ideas at the right time.
How to Write a Novel: 6 Key Steps + Why They Work
Discover the truth about writing a novel in 2026 and beyond, the most effective strategies for developing a solid first draft, and tips for novel writing success.