I’m certainly not an expert podcaster, and I was hesitant to write this blog because I’m not in a position to…
Carrie Rollwagen
When Done Is Better Than Perfect
I can’t stand when someone tries to look over my shoulder while I’m writing. I don’t want anyone to see my…
Amazon: Bad for Books, Bad for Self-Publishing, Bad for Birmingham
I’ve never wanted to write a blog less than this one. I’ve been avoiding the topic of Amazon — avoiding it…
My Favorite Books on Writing
If all you want to do is dream of being a writer, there are enough books about writing available to keep…
How to Combat Writer’s Block
In my experience, there are two kinds of writer’s block: There’s existential writer’s block, where you question everything — “Who am…
Want to Podcast? Podcasting 101 Can Help
Technology can be empowering. Not so long ago, getting your voice into the world was pretty difficult: Writers, musicians and filmmakers…
My Favorite Authors to Follow on Instagram in 2017
One of the warnings against self-publishing is that all the marketing for your book will be on your shoulders. I agree,…
Everybody Hates Self-Publishing (but Everybody Loves Podcasts! I Hope!)
We live in a time when anyone who has a blog or a YouTube channel can be a publisher. If you…
How to Travel by Train: My Best Amtrak Tips
A lot of people ask me about train travel, and they usually have stars in their eyes, just like I did.…
How to Keep Blogging When You’re Not Feeling It
Not so great at keeping up with your blog lately? Yeah, me either. When you’re in the rhythm of blogging and…