Archive - Can You Relate? of So Relatable

Do I need an MFA to be a real artist?

The return of my very occasional advice column, "Can You Relate?"

Sep 17, 2023 •

Chrissy Hennessey

July 2022

What should I write?

So many ideas, so little time.

Jul 10, 2022 •

Chrissy Hennessey

March 2022

Is it possible to find balance?

A single day doesn't mean anything. Focus on the big picture instead.

Mar 20, 2022 •

Chrissy Hennessey

February 2022

How do you revise a whole novel?

Advice on revising an unwieldy mess, and what to do once you're done.

Feb 20, 2022 •

Chrissy Hennessey

December 2020

How much desk time is too much?

Hello desk chair, my old friend...

Dec 6, 2020 •

Chrissy Hennessey

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