Cynthia Morris's Blog, page 5
March 8, 2023
Developmental editing for your book
You’re working on a book, and it’s not quite working. You know you need help, but what kind? Some kind of editing? There are many kinds of editing, each required at different phases of book writing. Developmental editing, content editing, line editing, and proofreading are types of editing we all need. As a book coach, […]
March 1, 2023
Speaking to book clubs
Last month, I had the great fortune to speak to a book club in Costa Rica about my novel, Chasing Sylvia Beach. I am so honored when people read (and like) my book. It’s fun to hear their thoughts about it and answer questions. When I published CSB, I focused on the themes of the […]
February 16, 2023
The Surprising Power of Creative Disappointment
In this Sparked podcast with Jonathan Fields, we are diving into creative disappointment. We look at what it is, why it can impact us so deeply, and the lasting impression disappointment can leave if we don’t have a way to process it. I reflect on the issue of being ‘bright-sided’ too early and why it’s […]
February 15, 2023
Ephemeral Necessities
Being a writer or an artist requires a lot from us. Yet it’s not all about discipline and focus and whatever it takes to finish projects. What are ephemeral necessities These are the things artists and writers have in their lives on a regular. They include: slowing down noticing feelings describing their inner world in words […]
February 1, 2023
Life is magic when you are open to it
I want to let you know about something magical I will be co-leading this year. The Vermont Landscape with Lorraine Glessner. I was camping with friends and we were chatting about American states we wanted to visit. Vermont came up and I said, yes, I’d like to go there. I’ve never been, and I have […]
January 30, 2023
What is on your writing back burner?
You know the writing back burner. It could be crowded with ideas, things you insist you still want to write. They silently simmer in the background. I don’t think these sidelined projects are benign. I think they linger in the background until we set them aside or give them their due. I speak from experience […]
January 19, 2023
How to Navigate Between Stability, Burnout & a New Passion
In this Sparked podcast with Jonathan Fields I am responding to a question from listener Lauren – Sparketype: Maven/Nurturer Listener Lauren shares a moment of genuine inflection where she knows what she wants to do next, but also feels beholden to the job she has now, and who it’s serving, and also isn’t so quick […]
January 18, 2023
Words I pay to read
The trend of writers enrolling paid subscribers is one I celebrate. As someone who has published a newsletter since 2001, I know how much work goes into producing content that people want to read. I’m happy to be able to contribute to these writers and honor their work. Secrets of Paris Heather Stimmler has been […]
January 12, 2023
How to Know if You’re Doing Too Many Things
In this Sparked podcast with Jonathan Fields I am responding to a question from listener Lisa – Sparketype: Essentialist/Sage Listener Lisa shares an experience and a question so many of us grapple with. You’re in a career, doing well, and have even said yes to a few things on the side and the blend is […]
How to Hold Onto Your Spark When Work Seems All-Consuming
In this Sparked podcast with Jonathan Fields I am responding to a question from listener Claudia – Sparketype: Maker/Maven, Anti-Performer Today’s listener Claudia presents this question. She has been running a successful Paint Your Pottery Studio with her sister, which impressively survived the pandemic, and is now seeing revenues go back up as people yearn […]
