We live in a world packed with distractions pulling us in different directions, making it difficult to achieve our goals. Let's limit those distractions.

Short stories are a good means for taking risks with writing. Challenge yourself to try a different genre or Point of View.

A character's impact on the plot involves all their traits. Background, personality, flaws, and strengths influence the plot and move the story forward.

Strengths are a character's positive qualities–not just things they’re good at. Ellen shares 24 cross-cultural strengths to make your characters relatable.

Working with young children provided me with a different way of seeing the world. Life lessons from children serve as invaluable resources for writing and life.