You are almost upon Peter and Maria Selzer’s house before you notice it, tucked down into the rocky landscape on the edge of a river canyon at the southwest end of Taos. The building so harmonizes with the environment that coyote tracks speckle the patio the snowy day I visit. … Continue reading
Writers can feel uncomfortable in front of the camera, and it’s pretty much impossible to look perfect on Skype or Zoom. But after reading these six easy tips on looking your best on video chat, you’ll be camera-ready in no time! Read my full article Video Calls for Writers (Or Anyone Who Is … Continue reading
If You Want to be a Writer: Action Expresses Priorities A few months ago a greetings card in a store caught my attention: An Asian statue of a dancer in a wheel against a sunset sky. Then I read the quote beneath the photo, “Action Expresses Priorities.” The quote rang … Continue reading
Five Reasons Why Writers Shouldn’t Hold Back I read, critique, and edit dozens of manuscripts a year for private clients and for agencies, conferences and writer organizations. I often tell writers not to hold back in their work… not to let fears of self-exposure or concerns about how others might … Continue reading
Insiders’ Guide to Albuquerque (Globe Pequot) by Tania Casselle was a finalist in the 2011 New Mexico Book Awards, and won second place for a nonfiction book in the 2011 New Mexico Press Women Awards. The 150,000 word first edition of Insiders’ Guide to Albuquerque gives the inside scoop on: … Continue reading
Chapter in the 2015 Guide to Literary Agents: The Most Trusted Guide to Getting Published (Writer’s Digest Books) by Tania Casselle.
Any freelance writer who spends hours calculating business use of home expenses for their tax return might shout a fervent “hurrah!” when they hear about the new simplified home office tax deduction option. But writer beware – the easy option could cost you dollars. Read my full article explaining and … Continue reading
My first visit to Taos was during a road trip around the Old West, a world away from my home in bustling London. On my final day, I drove alone to the Río Grande Gorge Bridge, walked out to the very center, gazed into the river far below, and vowed … Continue reading
My series of articles for MSN.com Re:Discover included a Get Involved feature on giving back to the community. Duke City citizens who come across a wounded baby mule deer in their backyard know exactly where to take it for first aid: Wildlife Rescue Inc. of New Mexico. Since desert, mountain … Continue reading
My series of articles for MSN.com Re:Discover included these character profiles as part of the Albuquerque travel guide. → Full Clip: Following a Passion, Preserving a Legacy. When tinsmith Jason Younis y Delgado goes to work, he brings Albuquerque history alive. → Full Clip: Discovering the Call of the Wild. … Continue reading
