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Author Archives: Samantha Leary
Let Them Grow: Why Character Development Is Worth the Mess
Discover how great characters grow through conflict, mistakes, and maturity. Learn how films like Taps, The Outsiders, School Ties, and A River Runs Through It can teach writers the art of meaningful character development.
Mindful Moments for Writers: E2 Consistency
Take a few minutes to pause and reconnect with yourself with Episode 2 Mindful Moments for Writers: Consistency. This guided meditation helps writers build steady habits, stay focused, and cultivate calm while writing. Perfect for a daily reset or quick break to recharge your creative flow.
Heart of Writing S1 E7 How to Reset When You’re Blocked
Feeling drained but still called to write? In this episode, John Edward Nickerson shares gentle, faith-filled guidance on how to keep writing with honesty, healing, and presence when your emotional tank is empty.
🌟 Introducing “Mindful Moments for writers” 🌟
Take a pause and recharge your creativity with Mindful Moments for Riders, a space for writers and authors to find focus, inspiration, and encouragement for their writing journey.
Mindful Moments for Writers E1 Practicing Gratitude
Take a few moments to pause and recharge with this guided mindfulness meditation. In this Scenic Reflections video, enjoy calming visuals and soothing music while you reconnect with yourself, release stress, and cultivate presence. Ideal for a quick daily reset or a peaceful break anytime you need to relax and center your mind.
When Doing the Right Thing Still Feels Wrong: Building Moral Dilemmas into Your Stories
Not every story has easy answers. Discover how to write morally complex characters who face impossible choices—when doing right still feels wrong.
Writing the Future: How Sci-Fi Stories Help Us See Ourselves—and What We’re Becoming
Explore how sci-fi shaped our view of humanity, tech, and AI—and why authors must write stories that both entertain and warn in an age of algorithms.
🚨 New Book in the Works! 🚨
“New book in the works! A beginner’s guide to writing & editing stories—thrillers, romance, or comedy. Subscribe for updates & sneak peeks.”
When No One Sees the Vision Yet: Overcoming Discouragement in Your Writing Life
You’ve worked hard. But what do you do when no one seems to notice your writing? Here’s how to overcome discouragement, stay focused, and keep believing in your creative vision.
We Are Wise Thinkers 