Are you ready to get a better handle on your writing goals? Let’s look at some best practices for goal setting.

What if you have the opportunity to promote your first book through a speaking engagement but don’t feel confident or even comfortable behind a microphone? This article will show you how to navigate both the practical and mindset aspects of delivering an author talk and give you some ideas for making the most of your experience as a novice speaker.

Self-publishing can be a great alternative to traditional publishing if you do it in the right way and for the right reasons. I believed this when I independently published for the first time in 2013, and I still believe it today. As the author of three self-published books, I have learned a lot about whether and how the self-publishing model can work for a given project.

As a writing consultant, I have talked with multiple clients about whether and how they experience writer’s block. This list includes strategies for building a lifestyle and mindset that support a productive writing life and some quick tips that work well in a pinch. My hope is that you will be a healthier, happier writer when you apply these best practices.