Rhoada Wald started her writing career later in life after spending years in academia. A move from the house where she had raised her three children on her own inspired her to capture some of her memories and she just kept going. She’s written about that house, her family, her travels and more. Her stories capture the large emotional struggles of life along with the small defining moments of joy. Though she doesn’t travel as much as she used to, she is still exploring the world with her words.

What’s your advice to writers?

I can’t just sit down and write a poem, it just comes out. 

I write more when I’m going through a transition, or a crisis, or I’m feeling something intensely.

I think to take a course is a good idea. It gives you an incentive.

Do it. Just try. Sit down every day, even if it’s just for 15 minutes. Don’t lose the momentum.

Don’t edit when you write! Edit when you’ve finished writing.

Rhoada’s latest book, The House Loved Us, is available on Amazon