Category: Writing

2023 Retrospective: How Books Met Boats this Year
Tracking a year’s progress on and off the water Read More …

Eve of Cooperation: My Gift to You
My gift to you: Another escape to Cooperation Island Read More …

Writing is YES (And Then We Edit)
To write a first draft, just say yes Read More …

The Best Part of Writing a Good Novel
My favorite phase of novel writing—not the terrible twos Read More …

Where I Get My Ideas: One Example
How a childhood memory sparked both fictional backstory—and this blogpost Read More …

Primary Source Research: The Dusty Joyousness of Deep Dives
A primary research field trip leads to many unexpected discoveries. Read More …

Unique Voices: Reading in a Crowded World
Reading two similar books highlights the importance of unique voice. Read More …

Buddy Melges: He Really Was a Wizard
Another attempt to capture a sailing legend in words, and then marvel over the photos! Read More …

Writing Something New about a Classic Yacht
Another fun project where books meet boats Read More …

Baby Steps to Huge Accomplishments
Small but steady progress is the only way to achieve a long-term goal. Read More …