Having two books come out this fall has become a masterclass in overcoming the fear of publishing my work. After a period of deep-dive research
Overcoming the fear of publishing my work
16 of my favorite Christmas gift ideas for 2024
Each year, I share a few of my favorite things as gift ideas. I hope you enjoy this quick round-up, newly updated for 2024. These
Writing a book template and checklist for a beautiful interior layout
Here is a collection of tips, best practices, and “writing a book templates” if you are writing a book, especially for the interior layout part.
I’ve finished my interview, now what?
You’ve conquered the big task of completing your first oral history interview; now what should you do with the audio file, video, and transcripts? Maybe
Work – A Critical Piece to Your Story
Work – a critical piece to your story. But why? We spend a good chunk of our lives actively pursuing and doing work. I have
Remember Who You Are
“Remember who you are.” It’s a simple phrase, but one with deep meaning. I have said it many times as my children have walked out
Finding forgotten voices in the Church History Library
In this article, I will share the kinds of treasures that await at the Church History Library. Anyone who has roots in towns where Mormon
Richard Paul Evans Quotes from Author Training
We are posting this article again because it has such great inspiration! It’s as pertinent as ever and is one of my go-to’s when I
What can you learn from a contrarian?
One of the most exhilarating projects I have ever worked on is to act as co-author with James M. Sweeney for our upcoming book: Creative
Creative Insecurity: Lean Into The Unknown And Unleash Your Inner Misfit
Last year, I wore the pads of my wrists raw where my hands touched the desk. My back ached, and my social life has been