Sophfronia’s Blog
Kind Words
A blog about what I find amazing, smart, beautiful, or just plain fun.
Bravery Required
Author Sophfronia Scott reports from the Alma College MFA in Creative Writing summer residency on how writers—and everyone else—can step into the unknown of post-lockdown in this pandemic world.
The Weight of Expectations
Author Sophfronia Scott managing the huge expectations that can come from big projects like a book or the start of the Alma College MFA in Creative Writing program.
Not On Your Own
Author Sophfronia Scott on the wisdom of asking for help and support.
What People Don’t Want to Hear
Why it’s important to write your words, regardless of whether or not you think people want to hear them.
On Cutting Back
Author Sophfronia Scott on how making cuts in manuscripts--and in our lives--can offer an opportunity for newness, change, and growth
The Side Effects of Living
Author Sophfronia Scott on how dealing with unexpected difficulties, like the side effects of a COVID-19 vaccination, can be an opportunity to rest, reflect, and even redirect.
Is It Time for You to Bloom?
Author Sophfronia Scott on honoring, for the sake of creativity, the physical and emotional seasons of your body.
Anger in Its Place
Author Sophfronia Scott on where to go with your energy after being angry.
