Look up.
Published: Sat, 03/17/18
A few years ago, on a trip to London, I met a woman named Clare. She runs a project called Urban Curiosity. We ordered lattes and deliciously buttery…
Alexandra Franzen
The joy of tiny projects.
Published: Mon, 03/12/18
About seven years ago, I released my very first e-book. It was a tiny book. Ten pages long. Just a wee little thing. It didn’t take very long to…
Today Is Not Over Yet [Free audiobook for you]
Published: Sun, 02/25/18
Hello, friends...My heart feels heavy this month because of bullets, news headlines, children dying for no reason, and a general sense of despair…
Schedule "life" first.
Published: Mon, 02/19/18
Every year, on January 1st, my year begins the same way. I sit down with a strong cup of coffee, a very official-looking clipboard and a Sharpie pen,…
I have space for... a couple of new clients/projects.
Published: Fri, 02/16/18
Hi there,Over the last 8 years or so—in addition to writing my own articles and books—I've also worked with around 200 clients. Sometimes, clients…
Happy Valentine's Day!
Published: Wed, 02/14/18
Happy Valentine's Day!Earlier today, I stopped by KATU 2—Portland's ABC News station—to share some tips on how to write a love letter. I'm a total…
Get out of the cart.
Published: Sun, 02/04/18
As a business owner, the only thing that feels worse than getting a terrible review… is getting no reviews. No reaction. No sales. No interest.
Hawaii recap, photos, and new retreat dates! <3
Published: Fri, 01/26/18
Aloha, friends! I just got back from the Big Island of Hawaii. I was in Hilo—one of my favorite places on earth—leading a couple of writing retreats.
A story about... patience.
Published: Thu, 01/25/18
Two students at Iwalani's studio. Hula class. January 2018.Iwalani’s classroom is not fancy. No chic furniture. No Apple computers. No Wifi. There’s a…
Today is a great day to be alive.
Published: Sat, 01/13/18
Early this morning, I boarded a plane headed for Hawaii. It was a smooth, uneventful flight. I watched an episode of Poldark. I sipped some guava…