The Importance of Getting Your Creative Juices Flowing

Join Samantha Dion Baker and me for a full-day drawing and writing class in DUMBO, Brooklyn, on 10/24

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September 2025

Why I Didn't Quit After I Lost My First Book Deal

Nevertheless, she persisted-and persisted and persisted.

Sep 28 • 

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It’s Time For My Fall Desk Refresh

Writing a book isn’t just about what’s on the page.

Sep 21 • 

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Which Version of My Book Is The “Right” One?

You’re not going to like my answer.

Sep 14 • 

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What Inspires Moon Unit Zappa's "Storytelling Muses"

A vintage hair dryer, clawfoot bathtubs, fragrant flowers, and open-air markets

Sep 7 • 

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August 2025

A Day in The Life of An Author, Writing Coach and Mother in Brooklyn

Taking my daughter to camp, strength training, and research for my next book

Aug 31 • 

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The Myths We’re Taught about Building An Author Platform

Don’t fall for it.

Aug 24 • 

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Everything I'd Add to My Back to School Shopping List for Adults

Bag charms, hair clips and the daily planner I can’t live without.

Aug 17 • 

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Katie Yee's Five Favorite Things

A candle perfectly scented for summer, Nora Ephron's play (with music), and whimsical letter writing supplies

Aug 10 • 

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5 Takeaways From My Writing Retreat With 22 Strangers

I’m not going to tell you that to be a real writer you have to write everyday…

Aug 3 • 

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July 2025

Hannah Pittard's favorite author to follow on Instagram is...

And more gems in her High Five!

Jul 27 • 

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What I Wish I Knew Before Trying to Write a Book

Don’t make the same mistakes I did.

Jul 17 • 

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