Michelle Bolanger Blog
Joining a Critique Group
Being respectful of the group is the single biggest way you can be a good critique group member.
joining a CRITIQUE Group
If you truly want to become a better writer, getting involved in a helpful, supportive critique group is essential.
the messy MIDDLE
We are in the midst of preparing the house for new carpet and office furniture, and right now, the house is a disaster!
word of the YEAR
Every October or November, I begin to pray about what my Word of the Year will be for the upcoming year.
what is REDEMPTIVE fiction?
In my bio, I describe my writing as REDEMPTIVE FICTION, but what does that mean?
world building BASICS
I am certainly no expert, but these are some of the things I’ve learned in my writing journey.
When Happy Holidays Aren’t.
Helping you find peace and joy amidst the most stressful time of the year.
Just You Wait!
Waiting isn’t something most of us are inherently good at.
the JOY of the LORD
Have you ever had a horrible day? Like the kind of day where no matter how hard you try, nothing seems to go right?
Remember Your Calling
I love to write, and I believe God has gifted me with stories that will both entertain and give hope, but what I struggle with is marketing.
The Creative’s Rest
This year has been full of activity. In the spring, I began the process of rebranding my author platform and worked through a deep dive of who I’ve been, who I want to be, and how I plan to get there.
God and Goose Poop
God is with us even in the hardest, messiest places, and His timing is ALWAYS perfect.
Slowing Down By Accident
Sometimes God takes drastic steps to remind me not to get ahead of myself, or Him!
Writing With ADHD - Momentum
All the planning and organizing we've talked about so far leads us to developing a writing process that will keep the words flowing!
Writing with ADHD - MOMENTUM
All the planning and organizing we've done so leads us to a writing process that will keep the words flowing!
Writing with ADHD - BURNOUT
If you have too many projects and don't know how to prioritize, these strategies might help you!
Writing with ADHD - TASKS
If task lists stress you out, there’s a better way to stay on track!
Writing with ADHD - HYPER FOCUS
If I were going to claim one ADHD tendency as a superpower, hyper focus would be it!
Writing with ADHD - INTRODUCTION
My neurodivergence has an impact on my creative and business life. I am learning to lean into my tendencies rather than fight against them.
Writing With ADHD - Burn Out
If you have too many projects and don't know how to prioritize, these strategies might help you!