A personal list essay about library memories and how time spent in libraries shaped my writing and teaching life.

Discover how to write from a place of safety with Erica Richmond. Learn practical tips, exercises, and resources to explore your stories without fear, pressure, or judgment. Ideal for writers seeking support, reflection, and confidence on the page.

Rejection letters aren’t the end of the writing journey—they’re part of it. Here’s how I’m using feedback from my first rejection to grow and keep writing.

Overwhelmed by grief or creative block? Here’s how doing just one small thing each day can build momentum and lead to real breakthroughs.

After a personal loss, I moved to Peterborough seeking a fresh start. Ten years later, I reflect on the community that helped me heal, create, and call this place home.

One year after publishing Pixie and the Fox, I reflect on the quiet journey behind it, why I don’t call myself a children’s author, and the deep value of honouring our stories—whether or not we ever share them.

After years of building a complex business, I'm choosing ease. Here's why I simplified my website, refocused my offerings, and am leaning into writing, speaking, and creating.