Since I’m starting to accumulate quite a few posts on writing and publishing, I’ve gathered them here for easy access. Mostly these are things I wish I knew, my writing process, services I recommend or don’t, and lessons learned. These are roughly ordered from newest to oldest, but if you have any questions or suggested topics, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

For Writers: Why was my manuscript rejected?

Giving back to the writing community

Character Artist Recommendations for Authors

For writers: The ups & downs of being on submission

2024 Author Year in Review (that might be a touch too honest)

Writing Craft Book Reviews & Nuggets

A Recommendation for Writers: The WriteHive Mentorship Program

Should I write a stand-alone book or a series? Pros and Cons.

How Long Does it Take to go from First Draft to Published Novel?

Tips for handling manuscript feedback and where to find beta readers

2023 Author Year in Review

My Writing Process from Idea to Final Draft

What I Wish I Knew Before I Published My First Book

How to Deal with Rejection – A Playlist

What to put in your author media kit, press release, & how to email local news outlets.

2022 Writing Sum-Up

How I streamlined my writing process

Is a BookBub deal worth it for indie authors?

Hey, why’d you redesign your covers?

Is a BookBub Featured (International) Deal Worth It?

How to Survive the Query Trenches

Ups and downs with your friendly neighborhood small potatoes writer (2021 in review: Part Two)

Ups and downs with your friendly neighborhood small potatoes writer (2021 in review: Part One)

On Covers!

On Editors!

Self-Publishing Book #2: Learning All the Lessons!

Self-Publishing: The First Year

Alphas, CPs, betas—oh my!

Self-Publishing Lessons Learned

ARC Sites: NetGalley, BookSirens, or Hidden Gems