Research Resources for Your Strangest Writing Questions

Jessica Hatch September 5, 2017

Visiting the local library is still a joy for writers, but it's no longer necessary to enlist the help of a reference librarian to dig an answer out of the dusty stacks. Social media, blogs, and online newspaper archives are just a few of the best resources for writers. Learn about four more in this post.

Book Recommendation: The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed

Jessica Hatch August 28, 2017

If you're an author earning royalties or self-employed income from you writing, then it's important to know how to handle your finances efficiently. This book can teach you how to do just that.

Friday Finds: Fresh Starts Edition

Jessica Hatch August 25, 2017

With September on the horizon, my thoughts always turn to fresh starts and the thrill of learning new things. Here are a few #FridayFinds to get your writerly wheels turning and to open you up to some opportunities this fall.

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Authorship is Not a Zero-Sum Game (A Pep Talk for Writers)

Jessica Hatch August 23, 2017

I went through a rough patch in college, one in which I didn’t have many dates. I saw everyone coupling up around me, and I hated it. One night, my roommate came back from a party, happy to tell me that she’d met someone.

If I could go back in time, I would tell her how happy I was for her. I would give her a hug and ask for details. Instead, I spat my toothpaste moodily into the sink and said, “Great. And I’m going to die alone.”

Definitely not my proudest moment!

It sounds ridiculous that I would even say that, but are you doing the same thing to your writing friends?

Friday Finds: Total Eclipse Edition

Jessica Hatch August 18, 2017

On Monday, August 21, the continental United States will witness the moon crossing in front of the sun.

This week's #FridayFinds encourages writers to have fun exploring the spectacle and making meaning out of this natural phenomenon.

May 6, 2026

Ways to Approach Your Writing Life When You Have a Lot, a Little, and a Goldilocks Amount of Writing Time

Life’s seasons change how much time and energy you have for “extras” like writing. With work, caregiving, relationships, chores, and your own health to manage, writing can feel like one more task. Still, small, regular writing sessions can act as a protective boundary, reducing stress and replenishing you.

This post helps you use whatever time you have. First, honestly assess how much writing time you can realistically spare, then apply strategies suited to that amount so your writing survives and thrives amid everything else.

December 16, 2020

Hatch Editorial Roundup: Resources for Writers Querying Their Books

It’s standard practice for the publishing industry to take a much-needed break over the winter holidays, which means you have the next two weeks or so to feel less rushed as you gather resources and information to help you successfully query literary agents.