Other writers definitely influence my writing. What encourages me and inspires me is when I read a good book. It makes me want to be a better writer.

If you're gonna fret, fret over something you can change. Then stop fretting and do something about it.

A dog pours a pitcher of love into the lonesome spots of your life.

When I was young, I was very shy and quiet, because we moved all the time. My dad was in the Navy, so we moved every two years.

Other writers definitely influence my writing. What encourages me and inspires me is when I read a good book. It makes me want to be a better writer.

And in this moment, I realize one reason it's so great to have a best friend is sometimes, like right now, Cal and I are thinking the very same thing.

Write every day. Make writing a part of your life, but also dont be afraid of learning from others because I think you can. I still try to think of myself as a beginner because that way I can keep on learning.