The Cozy Creative
Writing, world-building, practical and encouraging discussion of the creative life, vlogging the cozy and simple day-to-day. I've been a professional novelist for 15 years.
That project is too big for you! Do it anyway.
Creating my fantasy world & why it's so important to me (Members-only 11/25)
Why I don't write "strong female characters"
The ugly character problem
10/29 How to make boring scenes interesting (Oct. members-only)
Giving you permission to start projects and not finish them
It's impossible to "fail" and it's making us crazy
You need to be bored
How much money am I making & spending as a Youtuber and indie novelist?
Editors can wreck your book
How many hours do you need to write to make a living? (Sept. Member video #2)
My new book is out...& I'm burned out
Writers, you need to read more nonfiction!
You CAN finish your novel! (Tips from a career author)
When indie authors can't afford or refuse to hire an editor
On decluttering books (it's hard!), moving to Maryland & managing life's dreams
Indie authors make bank (sometimes)
Pity marketing can tank your career
How I do research for my novels (w/tips) (August Members only video #2)
Giving your novel that special sauce
Cozy chat: I finished another novel & took a nature walk in the rain!
I avoid author & #booktok drama (& maybe you should too)
Cozy fantasy adventure readaloud: The Potion Dealers pt. 2
Routines for writing & life, plus an unsolicited rant about mornings
why I HATE marketing myself (& how to get over it)
Don't write one book for 10 years: advice for smart kids flailing as adults
This is why writing feels cheap now
How to write a book in 30 days from outline to edits
Making a realistic living as a creative!
This novel is 95% done...why can't I write a good ending!?