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5 Considerations To Nourish The Creative In You
As a creative, it’s so easy to get lost in the outside noise, beliefs, relations, et cetera; it’s where one goes for experiences to fuel their inspiration, after all. The pull of the outside is addictive and strong, and can overwhelm in such a way that you don’t even notice until it has already occurred. Here are five things to keep in mind for the good of your creative process: 1. Consider what makes you tired. Not physical exhaustion; the drained feeling you might experienc
zoepirtle
Mar 313 min read


Three Things to Think About as an Indie Author
Indie authors are superhumans. They wear the hat for every role in their company, and they have to not just do it passably but do it well; true jack-of-all-trades style, mastering it all. This kind of dedication is inspiring, and beautiful! Pulling from my experience working with independent authors, here are three things to focus on: 1. Give yourself some credit! You are writing this book for a reason; your voice deserves to be heard. Let your voice shine, the message resona
zoepirtle
Mar 173 min read


What to Consider When Starting a New Manuscript
Any beginning requires focus, consideration, and a certain kind of openness to the possibilities lying in wait. Starting a new project is no different. Here are ten things to consider when beginning to work on your next manuscript.
zoepirtle
Mar 104 min read


5 Ways to Harness Your Perfectionist Streak
Are you a serial project-starter? Not because you aren’t working on the existing projects, but because they are “never ready”? I am! But I was told once by a professor in college something I’ll never forget. “Get your project off your hard drive; it’s not doing anything for you there.” This applies to music projects, manuscript ideas, artwork, anything creative under the sun. Your art piece, in whatever medium you’ve chosen, deserves to see the light of day; not for it’s own
zoepirtle
Mar 33 min read


3 Reasons Why The Right Editor Matters
An author isn’t just peddling wares, or a service. Their written voice is a craft, an art, and should be respected as such. Here’s three reasons why it’s so important to find the right editor for you. The editor should be professionally invested in your work. Why would you hire a cook who doesn’t like the food they cook, or an artist who would rather paint with a completely different medium? The same goes for an editor. They’re not emotionally invested; but they should be pro
zoepirtle
Feb 243 min read
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