Become a Better Writer

“There is nothing good writers like to argue about more than what constitutes good writing.” As a writer, editor, and consultant to publishers, I have

Author and historian David McCullough (John Adams and Truman are two of his best-known books) is known for his ability to bring historical characters and

“Big ideas” are the lifeblood of copywriters. A copywriting big idea is a unique, core idea that you focus on in a piece of copy,

Peer review and collaboration with other writers is an asset for prompting new ideas and quality writing. Just look at Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child.

Next to personal mentors, I’ve been influenced more by books than anything else. I’m frequently asked about which books I’ve read and how they influenced

My songwriter son, Dalton, asked me recently to join him and my husband in their morning songwriting exercises. They had attended an International Songwriters Conference