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I hope you’ll find our time together full of practical, creative, and inspiring ideas. When you subscribe to A Writer’s Secret Life here’s what you can expect…

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The Newsletter Also Contains…

• Links to Polar Starlight, the speculative poetry magazine I edit.

• I will tell you when to submit to it and its sister magazine, Polar Borealis, which accepts speculative short stories and poetry! And they pay! A great place for new poets to get published.

• Updates on the relevant writing events, newsletters, and sites.

• Updates on my writing and whatever is happening in the field.

Topics of Interest:

Craft tips and writing advice, practical tips, techniques, and strategies to help writers hone their craft.

Industry Insights:

Trends in speculative fiction, and tips on navigating the writing and publishing process.

Writing Prompts & Exercises:

Writing prompts and creative exercises to spark creativity and overcome writer’s block. Share if you dare and engage with fellow writers. I’ll save space for your writing.