Do You Choose a Word of the Year? You Should. Here’s Why!

Do you choose a word of the year? This strategy is a popular alternative to making New Year's Resolutions. Often, resolutions seem overwhelming, or they're exciting in the beginning and quickly take a backseat to more pressing matters -- like binging the new show covered in chips instead of working out (just me?) Choosing a … Continue reading Do You Choose a Word of the Year? You Should. Here’s Why!

Free Graphic Design Resources for Beginners from a Beginner!

Spoiler Alert: I am not a graphic designer, nor am I a photographer or photo editor. I’ve always thought logos and graphic design in general were pretty cool, but it wasn’t until I listened to Negative Space on the 99% Invisible podcast that I became mildly obsessed (you can read more about that HERE). I … Continue reading Free Graphic Design Resources for Beginners from a Beginner!

Want To Understand Your Characters Better? Have Them Take Personality Tests!

When you're writing a character, you're essentially creating a person out of thin air. A person based on others, perhaps, but you are responsible for everything that character is or will become either consciously or unconsciously. There are a ridiculous amount of layers within people, and these layers are developed as a result of experiences, … Continue reading Want To Understand Your Characters Better? Have Them Take Personality Tests!