Archive - Writers' Haven by Christine Wolf

When A Friendship Fades: What To Do With All That Lingering Hurt

Sometimes we don’t get closure. That doesn’t mean we can’t find peace.

Apr 17 •

My Training Grounds

A brief timeline of trauma, tenacity, and the unfinished work of becoming me.

Jun 1 •

The Big Five Publishers: Who Are They?

Thanks to B.A. Durham for breaking down The Big Five of Traditional Publishing for Writers' Haven readers

Feb 11, 2024 •

Sometimes I Feel Too Sensitive For This Life

I'm sticking with it anyway.

May 29 •

Holding My Debut Book For The First Time!

Today's the first time I've seen the physical book — and held it in my hands! I can't begin to explain how excited and grateful I am...but this little…

Feb 1, 2024 •

For 7 Minutes Tonight, I Couldn't Remember My Late Sister's Dog's Name

That's when grief snuck in and fought like hell to take over.

Jan 3, 2024 •

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

On June 21st, 2025, the one-month submissions window for my forthcoming book, WE BEGAN AGAIN: Collected Essays on Second Chances.

Jun 5 •

Second Chance Series: 6/29

Day 1: We’ll Always Have To Start Somewhere

22 hrs ago •

Big News! I Got Married! And, We’re Co-Editing a Book of Essays on Second Chances. Submissions Window Now Open thru 7/21/25

This is your invitation to share how YOU started over.

Jun 21 •

Navigating Grief with AI: Discovering My Sister’s Legacy Through ChatGPT

On the eve of my sister Beth’s death anniversary, an unexpected conversation with artificial intelligence unveiled hidden facets of her life and offered…

Jan 31 •

Trigeminal Neuralgia: How it Looks, How it Feels, and Why it Deserves Attention

For 20 years, I've quietly managed trigeminal neuralgia — a chronic pain disorder that involves sudden attacks of severe facial pain. Now, I'm opening…

Oct 10, 2024 •

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31 Questions Answered: How To Start A Memoir

As a memoir coach, I get lots of questions (and I LOVE them!). My goal is to empower writers, so here are the most common questions I get — as well as…

Nov 23, 2022 •

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