Hi ,

“Luck is an accident that happens to the competent.” - Greenfield

Writing is a craft, but publishing is a business. While you can control what words you put on the page, once you go seeking readers there is an element of luck. Will you find an agent/editor? Will your efforts to self publish result in a cover that pulls people in? Will the promotion efforts work? 

If you ever need a reminder that the sense of having control of your life is an illusion- try writing as a career plan. But while there are a million elements where all you can do is hope you have the luck of the Irish, your attitude is up to you. When this business knocks you down, pick yourself back up and remind yourself that luck and persistence are often confused. 

Need Some Creative Spark? Workshop Wednesdays:

Mark your calendar for 10am PDT and come ready to take in all sorts of new ideas to jump start your new year.

March 6th- Describing Special Events in Fiction with Crystal

March 13th- Befriending Change with Crystal 

March 20th- Tarot for Short Stories with Faith Canright

March 27th- Spring Break at the academy-do as the kids do and have some fun or get your circles closed for the upcoming 12 week year with Crystal in April 🧹

There is a lot to fall in love with around the Academy. Be sure to check out some of our regular events. 

• Motivation and Accountability Mastermind Groups
• Our 24/7 Sprint Room (Come on in with a toasty warm beverage and write the words)
• Genre Meet-ups
• Crafty Critique Club
• Be sure to check out the archives- there are over four years of recorded workshops and content on writing, publishing and surviving as a creative person

We need your support!

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xo

Crystal, Stephanie and Eileen