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Tami Brothers

Writer's Page

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Tami Brothers

Writer's Page

Welcome, Writers

If you’re a writer who’s found your way here—welcome. I’m really glad you stopped by.

I’ll start with this: I don’t have all the answers. In fact, I don’t even have most of them. Everything I’ve learned about writing, publishing, and building a creative life has come through a whole lot of trial and error—testing ideas, making mistakes, changing direction, and figuring things out one step at a time.

What I do have is experience. Experience in finishing projects when motivation dips. Experience in learning what works for me (and what absolutely doesn’t). Experience in navigating the tools, platforms, and choices that come with being an indie author—and adapting when those things change, because they always do.

This space exists because I believe writing doesn’t have to be a solo journey. If something I’ve learned can save another writer a little time, frustration, or self-doubt, I’m more than happy to share it. Not as a rulebook or a “right way,” but as one possible path through the noise from this business.

Here on this page, you’ll find bits and pieces of the process I use for my writing—how I plan, draft, revise, and keep moving forward. I’ll also share some of the tech and tools that help keep my writing life organized, along with programs, platforms, and communities I’ve found helpful along the way. From time to time, I’ll recommend books that have inspired me, challenged me, or helped me think differently about craft, creativity, or the business side of writing.

This isn’t about perfection or expertise. It’s about progress, curiosity, and learning as we go.

Whether you’re just starting out, finding your way back to writing, or somewhere in the middle trying to figure out your next step, I hope you’ll find something here that helps—even in a small way.

You’re welcome to explore, take what’s useful, leave what’s not, and come back anytime. We’re all figuring this out as we go.

A quick note: Some of the links shared on this site may be affiliate links. This means that if you choose to make a purchase through one of these links, I may earn a small commission—at no additional cost to you. I only share tools, resources, and recommendations that I genuinely use or believe may be helpful. Your support in this way helps me continue creating stories, resources, and content here, and it’s truly appreciated.

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Coffee, Books, and a Shoppers Wonderland by the Sound – Outer Banks

August 26, 2019

Meet the Sky by McCall Hoyle – A Young Adult Book Review (set in the Outer Banks)

August 15, 2019

Outer Banks, NC – An Amazing Vacation Destination

August 13, 2019

Spicy Egg White Scramble

August 8, 2019

Dream Come True – New Orleans Cemetery Tour

August 5, 2019

The Poet – Beer Review

August 1, 2019

BookLoversCon 2019 – New Orleans

July 29, 2019

Making a Moscow Mule

July 25, 2019

Writing, Reading, Dancing, and More at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans

July 22, 2019

Matt’s Cucumber/Tomato/Onion Salad

July 18, 2019

Eating (and Drinking) Our Way Through New Orleans – Top Five Favorites

July 15, 2019

Many Uses for This Little Gem – Neutrogena

July 11, 2019

New Orleans – Hitting the Highlights

Tami takes on New Orleans!
July 9, 2019

Gallo Family Cafe Zinfandel – Wine Review

July 4, 2019

Thirty-Six Hours and Forty Miles Walking in Madrid – Spain

July 1, 2019

Ciderboys Tiki Colada – Hard Cider Review

June 19, 2019

Bitches Brew – Beer Review

June 3, 2019

Storyteller Wine Cabernet Sauvignon – Wine Review

June 2, 2019

Coco Pina Gose – Beer Review

May 26, 2019

Spanish Bullfighting Rings

May 20, 2019

Author Photos at Between Friends Coffee Shop

May 10, 2019

Sangrias – The Nectar of the Gods!

May 4, 2019

Justification for Skipping Out on a Work Conference – Seville, Spain

March 22, 2019

Welcome to Tami’s Weekend Getaways