We're days from the midpoint of winter - February 3rd, often considered the coldest part of the year - and I am ready to let the month of Creative Romance melt my frigid heart. Whatever I'm reading/watching/playing tends to influence my writing, and I've been consuming a lot of dark media to maintain the necessary mindset for my current project. I reached a breaking point last week. The rabbit hole went too deep and I needed something light and fluffy to pull me out. Something sweet and...

January is the month of Janus, named for the Roman god of beginnings / endings and transitions. Depicted with two faces, he looks both to the future and the past. There is always some retrospection at the beginning of new things. As you embark on the first month of a new year, take the lessons of the past with you to promote meaningful growth. The difficulties you encountered can be building blocks rather than repeated obstacles. I am my own harshest critic, with a tendency to beat myself...

Both the beginning of winter and the end of the year, December holds a lot of promise. It's full of holiday magic, hope for the new year, and quiet introspection. December is also Read A New Book Month! So after all the generous volunteering and hectic shopping for others, reward yourself with a written treat. Happy holidays to you and your loved ones! Holidays (offbeat, writing, and otherwise) to embrace this month: December 05 - Bathtub Party Day December 07 - Letter Writing Day December 13...