Home School: How to Help, Not Hinder, Your Child
Melissa’s mother accused me of having no classroom control, though she’d never observed me teaching. I was a young English teacher in a room with a vaulted ceiling and fabulous […]
Between Two Worlds: Young Adult Creative Writing Gathering
Today I was honored to serve as a break-out session instructor for Corban University’s young adult writing conference, Between Two Worlds. I was excited to meet with just over thirty […]
College Readiness: Eight Skills Students Need for Success
A number of years ago, I found myself involved in three different conversations with parents who eagerly shared their high school seniors’ college plans. In each case, the student had significant struggles with […]
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The Eight C’s: Practical Steps Toward Publication
Since landing my first traditional publishing contract two years ago, aspiring writers have been asking for my advice. Some have also asked me to read and comment on their work. […]
