Yes! Once I had kids it became increasingly clear that letting go of preciousness around writing was really the only way to go. I write in parking lots, during piano lessons, in the dentist waiting room, whatever!
Thank you both for sharing your insights in this newsletter!
Your newsletter really resonates with me, as I started my newsletter Doing the Write Thing for a very similar reason. I had a very regular writing routine as a kid that I had to adapt as an adult with a busier schedule. When I figured out a way to ensure I write regularly and make progress with my novel, I wanted to share what I learned to help other writers who might also be looking for inspiration, motivation or tips on writing and pursuing their writing dreams.
I look forward to reading your other posts. Thank you for sharing!
This was so inspiring: "During the first weeks of my son’s life, I revised furiously to meet editorial demands, but my brain was still fuzzy and sluggish. I felt guilty for not giving Henry my full attention, and I also felt frustrated with my own sloppy and slow work. But the deadline came, and the book went off to copy edits." Amazing, mama! Thanks for this terrific interview!
I know it feels like this is your new forever, but I swear to you, it really isn't. From a mom of a 15-year-old and a 9-year-old (who remembers very clearly, at her baby shower, pregnant with her first child, receiving a size 12-month-old article of clothing as a gift and being totally unable to imagine having a kid 'already' a year old, and yet here I am!)
Another great interview! Thanks, Nancy and thanks Kate and congrats on your debut!
thanks, Amy! it's really such a good book!
Yes! Once I had kids it became increasingly clear that letting go of preciousness around writing was really the only way to go. I write in parking lots, during piano lessons, in the dentist waiting room, whatever!
Thank you both for sharing your insights in this newsletter!
Your newsletter really resonates with me, as I started my newsletter Doing the Write Thing for a very similar reason. I had a very regular writing routine as a kid that I had to adapt as an adult with a busier schedule. When I figured out a way to ensure I write regularly and make progress with my novel, I wanted to share what I learned to help other writers who might also be looking for inspiration, motivation or tips on writing and pursuing their writing dreams.
I look forward to reading your other posts. Thank you for sharing!
This was so inspiring: "During the first weeks of my son’s life, I revised furiously to meet editorial demands, but my brain was still fuzzy and sluggish. I felt guilty for not giving Henry my full attention, and I also felt frustrated with my own sloppy and slow work. But the deadline came, and the book went off to copy edits." Amazing, mama! Thanks for this terrific interview!
Thanks for this useful and timely interview!
At 13 weeks postpartum, I am very much is the slow, sluggish brain phase. This interviews gives me hope that that will pass 😅
I know it feels like this is your new forever, but I swear to you, it really isn't. From a mom of a 15-year-old and a 9-year-old (who remembers very clearly, at her baby shower, pregnant with her first child, receiving a size 12-month-old article of clothing as a gift and being totally unable to imagine having a kid 'already' a year old, and yet here I am!)
Thank you!