Marilyn Horowitz

09/23/2026

What makes a moment precious?

We tend to think we’ll recognize it while it’s happening. But often, the moments we value most don’t announce themselves. They happen in kitchens, hospital rooms, cars, and ordinary conversations. We understand what they meant later.

At our latest Start Writing Now webinar, the simple prompt “a precious moment” led to stories about childhood, family, beloved animals, growing older, loss, and love.

A Precious Moment Hints of fall are finally being felt in New York. The heat and humidity have lifted, students are back in school, and I’ve been able to sit on my terrace and write. For Monday night’s Start Writing Now webinar, we had a large number of sign-ups. Unfortunately, only a smal

09/22/2026

Are you trying to write and edit at the same time? That's your biggest obstacle in accomplishing your writing goals

09/21/2026

This is what I do when conflict interferes with my writing process.

09/20/2026

09/20/2026

Look for the precious moments. The small, ordinary things you might otherwise miss. You don’t even have to write about them. Just notice them.

09/17/2026

Why Your Brain Sabotages Your Creativity

09/16/2026

It's not writer's block. Try this technique!

09/15/2026

Myths about writing. The first step is not always to sit and write. You need to feel safe in order to be creative.

09/12/2026

Are you struggling with your character development? Here is one of my favorite writing exercises to make it so much easier and way more fun.

09/12/2026

Use your perfectionism to your advantage.