What should I write next? This is a common question for scholarly writers. Here I provide some questions to think through as you plan out what you want to turn to next in your writing.

What is an academic writing coach? Do you need one? How do you find one? This post works to demystify coaching and provide practical answers to all your questions!

Why do research questions matter in our writing? What does it mean to ask a big enough question? How to do it? In this post, I answer these questions and discuss the importance of using research questions in your work.

Deciding to leave academia is difficult. Many faculty members who are thinking of quitting get hung up on a variety of myths that suggest life outside of academia will be bleak. Let’s debunk them!

Getting writing done is challenging for busy faculty members. This post tackles time management, sharing tips for how to put writing first.

Shopping for gifts for academic writers? I’ve got your back! Here are some fantastic books on scholarly writing that your friends will love. Suitable for any occasion!

How do you get scholarly writing done? Keeping a writing log can help you keep track of what works best for you in your writing!

Book introductions are difficult. So let’s make them easier! This post talks you through the important elements of an academic book introduction and gives advice about how to write one.

How do you navigate being a new faculty member? If I could go back and share advice with myself when I was a new faculty member, here is what I would say.

What do you do with reader reports? This post explores this stage in the peer review process, advising on how to identify and implement revisions as well as how to draft a response letter.

How can academics accomplish their writing goals amidst such busy lives? Here I give you writing tips to help you learn why writing in short chunks can be very productive.

How do you know when it's time to leave academia? Quitting academia isn't easy and it's hard to understand when it's time to go. This post shares my story and provides some suggestions for how you might determine whether it's time for you to go.

Approaching scholarly acquisitions editors can be stressful. But these conversations are important to have. In this post I explain when and how to start talking about your manuscript with editors at university presses.

Why is my research important? Figuring out the significance of your research can be one of the most difficult parts of writing. This post helps to make it easier!

Writing groups can be really positive experiences. But how do you start a writing group right? This blog leads you through a series of questions to help you determine the kind of writing group you want and how to build it.

Peer reviews can be painful to receive, especially since scholars invest so much time in their manuscripts. This post provides some advice on how to deal with the emotional challenges of the peer review process.

How can you conduct peer review in a way that is useful to the author without making them feel terrible? This post shares tips on how to make your reader reports helpful and compassionate!

Why can’t I look away from Love is Blind? And what can the show teach us about academic writing? This post explores the importance of crafting a strong argument, crafting compelling questions, and bringing your subject to life.