Every writer reaches a moment when the words they’ve written ask to be seen again.Revision isn’t about starting over. It’s the moment you begin to become the writer you’re meant
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The Secret Every Great Writer (and Ball Player) KnowsThe Secret Every Great Writer (and Ball Player) Knows
With the World Series on, I’ve been thinking about how writing is a lot like baseball. In this week’s Storylines, I share why writing is an evolution — a practice
The Magic Moments – Why Readers Remember Scenes Not TimelinesThe Magic Moments – Why Readers Remember Scenes Not Timelines
The Magic Moments: Readers don’t carry timelines in their hearts—they carry scenes. In this week’s Storylines, I’ll share why it’s the powerful moments, not the dates, that linger in memory.
Why Your Family History Stories Fall FlatWhy Your Family History Stories Fall Flat
You’ve spent hours, maybe years, gathering the details of your family’s past. You know the names, the dates, the milestones. But when you put it on the page, something’s missing.
When Too Much Description is Really Too MuchWhen Too Much Description is Really Too Much
Ever find your prose bogged down by page‑after‑page of lush detail? In today’s Storyline, we’ll explore exactly when ‘more’ becomes ‘too much’ and share simple strategies to keep your writing
Too Many Ancestors? How to Find the Right OneToo Many Ancestors? How to Find the Right One
Too many ancestors, too little direction? In this quick 5‑minute video, I’ll share a simple, three‑step framework—impact, available detail, and emotional resonance—to help you instantly zero in on the perfect
How to Avoid the Info DumpHow to Avoid the Info Dump
Hey there, storytellers, today we’re tackling a writing trap that slows down even the most exciting narratives: the dreaded info dump. Click play on video below and I’ll share five
How to Maintain Your Writing Momentum Through the Summer MonthsHow to Maintain Your Writing Momentum Through the Summer Months
Are you struggling to maintain your writing routine through the summer months. This week Lynn shares 5 tips to help you enjoy the summer and still keep a writing habit.
Building a Family History Book Without The OverwhelmBuilding a Family History Book Without The Overwhelm
Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed trying to piece together your family’s story into a book? Yeah, me too—and that’s exactly why we’re here today.If turning generations of memories into