Word to the Wise, a newsletter for authors
Are you ready to build a sustainable, enjoyable writing practice that takes your book from draft to done? Whether you're an established writer or just starting out, Word to the Wise offers actionable writing tips, monthly author interviews, and the occasional cat picture.
Meet the Author: Nitya Kirat
Word to the Wise Writing tips, author interviews, and more Hello, writer! It's hard to believe we're at the end of August. Summer is winding down, school is right around the corner, and it's time for the Back to School Writing Challenge! We kick things off on September 1 for four weeks of writing prompts, tips, and advice. Class is in session! The end of the month also means it's time to introduce you to a new author, and I am so excited to welcome Nitya Kirat to the newsletter! Nitya and I...
Meet the Author: Emon Hassan
Hello, writer! July has come and gone, which means two important things: it's almost my birthday, and it's time for a Meet the Author interview! I am pleased to introduce you to Emon Hassan, author of I Dream of the Heights, a collection of poetry and photographs taken in Washington Heights, Manhattan. Emon and I had an awesome conversation about creativity, permission, and trying new things. I'm also excited to share that Emon is giving away a copy of I Dream of the Heights! I Dream of the...
Meet the Author: June Gervais
Hello, writer! It's hard to believe we're at the end of June. Summer has truly set in here in Ohio, and my favorite way to beat the heat is to curl up in a shady spot with a good book. That's part of why I'm so excited to introduce you to this month's Meet the Author interviewee, June Gervais! June is the author of the wonderful book Jobs for Girls with Artistic Flair (affiliate*), and she had so much great wisdom to share about her experiences with writing and publishing. June Gervais's...
Meet the Author: Amelia Hruby
Hello, writer! Another month has come and gone—and that means it's time for us to meet a new author. I am thrilled to introduce you to Amelia Hruby, the author of Fifty Feminist Mantras and host of one of my favorite podcasts, Off the Grid! Amelia Hruby, PhD, is a feminist author, educator, podcaster, and the founder of Softer Sounds, a podcast studio for entrepreneurs and creatives. Over the past decade, she’s been a university professor, a community organizer, and a radio DJ. Her first...
Meet the Author: Mike Brennan
Hey there, writer, We've reached the end of April! Is it just me, or is this year flying by? It's the last Wednesday of the month, which means it's time for a Meet the Author interview! I'm excited to introduce you to Mike Brennan, author of Make Fun a Habit (and many more books)! You know I'm all about writing habits, and Mike and I have had awesome conversations about creativity, consistency, and community. Mike Brennan, author of Make Fun a Habit: The Creative PLAYbook for Making Life and...
Meet the Author: Kasia Manolas
Hello, writer, Welcome back to Word to the Wise! Today, we're continuing the Meet the Author series, and I'm thrilled to introduce you to Kasia Manolas, author of Girl in the Dark Room and founder of the Feminist Thriller Club! In 2022, Kasia founded Narrative, a content marketing agency that helps brands scale organically. In June 2023, she pitched her second novel—a thriller akin to Gone Girl—to thirteen agents and editors in NYC. All thirteen requested more material. Her Feminist Thriller...
Meet the Author: Julia Seales
Hello Reader, Welcome back to Word to the Wise! Today, we're continuing the Meet the Author series. I'm excited to introduce you to Julia Seales, author of A Most Agreeable Murder!* A Most Agreeable Murder is a delightful combination of Agatha Christie and Jane Austen, perfect for fans of true crime and the Regency era alike (plus, there are glowing frogs. What more could you want?). Julia Seales is a writer and screenwriter based in Los Angeles. She earned an MFA in screenwriting from UCLA,...
Meet the Author: Danette Relic
Hi Reader, Welcome to the first author interview of 2024! I'm so excited to welcome Danette Relic to Word to the Wise. Danette is a Toronto-based artist, author, and coach, married to herself since 2001. She's the creator of Self Love Colouring Club, the Birthday Letter Ritual Guidebook, the Art of Self Marriage, and the Soft Shoulder Podcast. Danette is also the author of a soon-to-be-released book called Crash Bloom! You can learn more about Danette's work on her website, and be sure to...
Meet the Author: L'Oreal Thompson Payton
Hi Reader, Here we are, almost at the end of the year! It's hard to believe—2023 went by in a flash! We're closing out the year with another Meet the Author interview, and I'm thrilled to introduce you to L'Oreal Thompson Payton, author of Stop Waiting for Perfect (affiliate link). L’Oreal Thompson Payton is an award-winning journalist and the author of Stop Waiting for Perfect. Her words have also appeared in outlets such as Bitch, Bustle, Essence, SELF, Shondaland and Well + Good, among...
Meet the Author: Taylor Elyse Morrison
Hi Reader, Welcome to the Meet the Author series! I am excited to feature interviews focusing on authors’ writing habits, their publishing experiences, and their advice for you! We’re kicking things off with a conversation with Taylor Elyse Morrison, author of Inner Workout (affiliate link). Taylor Elyse Morrison is a founder, facilitator, and coach who’s making well-being and personal development more accessible. Through her company, Inner Workout, and her book of the same name, Taylor...
Are you ready to build a sustainable, enjoyable writing practice that takes your book from draft to done? Whether you're an established writer or just starting out, Word to the Wise offers actionable writing tips, monthly author interviews, and the occasional cat picture.