Has your novel lost its spark after weeks or months away? Before forcing yourself back into Chapter 12, try something different. Writing microfiction can help you reconnect with your characters, rediscover your voice, and build the momentum you need to return to your manuscript.

These are the books that most helped me shift my mindset as a writer. Because the truth is, a negative attitude can derail even the strongest writing skills. Learning how to protect your mindset is just as important as learning craft. These reads offer tools to help you stay steady, hopeful, and moving forward.

If you think you’re too old (or too young!) to write a novel, you’re not. There’s no “window of opportunity” to write one. You write a novel when you’re ready to finally commit to writing it. You can commit at any time, but it does take commitment.