Mom’s Write: Writer Mama Resources
Update on Mom’s Write: Rest
Some of you might have noticed, I didn’t post last Monday. I usually write my posts on Sunday and schedule them to post. Last Sunday was my planned day of rest. I was serious about not doing any “work.” I didn’t do any “work,” like blogging, writing, researching, school work. But I was taking care of my husband and daughter, who were both sick. But since they both wanted to sleep away the day, I was able to relax. I didn’t worry about the writing I needed to do. I rested. And I am so glad I did. I posted about doing that once a month and actually scheduling my rest. I am going to try this over the next few months. I think this week has been an unusually productive week, even though my regular writing sessions haven’t been consistent, I have worked writing into other times.
Mentor Writer Mamas
I write a lot about mentor texts on this blog and how I use them with young writers. But as a writer, I also look up to other writers as mentors, not necessarily for the words they write, but for the path they have made as a writer and a mom. As I write, and lament about how busy my life is with a full-time job and children, I look to other writers who have been an encouragement to me. I hope they will provide encouragement to you too, if your life is as busy as mine.
Christina Katz
I first read Christina’s book, WRITER MAMA, when I was trying to figure out how I could make mothering, writing, and a full-time job really work. It’s a great book to read if you are struggling to figure out a way to make it all work.
Kristen Lamb
She is a mom, a writer, and an entrepreneur. She is mama to the WANA group (We Are Not Alone). I first discovered Kristen through her book, WE ARE NOT ALONE: THE WRITER’S GUIDE TO SOCIAL MEDIA, then I started following her blog. I’d recommend both her book and her blog. She tells it like it is. And she admits writing is hard work, but we must do the work.
Jenny Lee Sulpizio
Jenny Lee Sulpizio was involved in a Facebook writers group I’m a part of. She put a call out for mama writers to interview for her blog, and I did a guest post back a few months ago. She has a series of interviews she does of mom writers. It’s called “Write On, Mom.” Those posts help me to know that I am not alone in this journey of raising a family and pursuing a writing dream.
Other Writer Resources
Kristi Holl at Writer’s First Aid
Several years ago, another writer mom recommended Kristi Holl’s blog to me. I’ve been following it every since. She writes about making time to write, balancing life and writing, and other things that get in our way of writing.
DIYMFA
While I have an MFA, and didn’t have to DIY, I still find DIYMFA a great resource. If you are running low on time, the articles are uncluttered and easy to read. Plus they will help you as move forward in your writing career.
Kelly Stone
Kelly Stone recently did a guest post for my blog. She’s also written several great books, one of which I’ve recommended more than once on this blog.
Tips for the Writer
There are lots of people who work full-time and still write. This article gives a few tips for how to get things done.
Your Turn
I’m always looking for great new resources. Do you know a good writing mom mentor or just another good resource that is easily accessible to a very busy working mom? Tell me in the comments.
