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How I made ✏️ writing ✏️ my real job, part three: the plan
Honestly, this essay should be called: the one where she talks mostly about money. Because, make no mistake, money matters A LOT. 🤑
 • Kate Hash
How I made 👩‍💻 writing 👩‍💻 my real job, part two: the decision
Good decisions require careful thought and consideration. Here's a look at some of the (many) questions that I asked myself before I set my plan in…
 • Kate Hash
How I made ✍🏻 writing ✍🏻 my real job, part one: the intro
My February essay series will walk you through the why and how of becoming a "full-time" writer. Buckle up for the BTS scoop! A new installment hits…
 • Kate Hash
Do what makes you happy, home edition
We broke a few design rules carving out an office space in my (relatively) small house. I regret nothing and adore everything.
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Why do we wait so long to take care of ourselves?
It's January, which means you're probably working on resolutions and new habits. In today's post, I'm oversharing in hopes that it convinces you to take…
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What I learned in my 41st year
Earlier this month I turned forty two. Let's talk about what I learned on this most recent jaunt around the sun.
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How I found the meaning of Thanksgiving in Italy
I'm a big fan of not getting settled into long-term traditions. Here's why.
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The total joy of crafting female main characters
Reflections on creating perfectly imperfect FMCs — and a few strong supporting personalities for book two.
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Five perfect coffee table books
The only gift guides you'll ever see from me are for books. Here are five guaranteed hits this holiday season.
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You deserve to love photos of yourself
Why I stopped worrying about what my iPhone *thinks* I look like.
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Five newsletters on my must-read list
A handful of newsletters that I open every time they hit my inbox.
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Postcard from September
A wrap-up of all the things I did, saw, and read in the last month.
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Five (offline) things bringing me joy
As the internet seems to spiral into an increasingly terrible place, I'm sharing five very offline and slightly random things that are bringing me joy.
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The collected advice of a woman with three weeks of experience.
This is the book mom version of feeling like I have something to offer 🌟 the discourse 🌟 after less than a month as a parent. Who doesn't love a post…
 • Kate Hash
It's Been a Week
It's Been a Week
A delightful mix of musings on creativity, parenting, work/life, books, and the chaos of midlife from the author of your future favorite romantic comedies.
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