Whether you’re pitching a novel, a picture book, or a magazine article, it’s absolutely vital to have a 30 second pitch figured out so well that you can give it in your sleep. When I say “figured out,” I don’t mean memorized. No one wants to hear someone recite their pitch, even if it is only […]

Have you ever thought about the momentum that builds up in a reader’s mind as they read? I did recently, and it opened up a new way of looking at sentences and paragraphs.

You know that old saw about old age and treachery overcoming youth and skill? Don’t believe it.

I like to think that every parent has days like this. It’s when they stretch into multiple days that my patience wears out.

How is it that the worse possible advice can result in the best possible outcome? I don’t know, but I’m certainly not complaining!

There’s a war going on in our house, a war over who cleans what and how well. I’d like to say that I’m winning, but really, I’m just barely holding my own.

Is there anything tougher to talk about than cancer? Maybe.

Consider this a cautionary tale about the dangers of teaching your children too much. There are some things it is better for them not to know.

What’s the difference between Daddy being sick and Mommy being sick? The love. There’s no love for a sick daddy.

Ever wonder what standardized testing looks like to a third grader? Here’s your answer.