Getting the all clear for cavities at the dentist is the same high as having your bag be the first one at baggage claim.

Just stalking my library request list since I hope to take most of next week off.... What book are you reading right now? #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

I’m particularly loving my main character these days as I propel her story forward even if it’s only a few hundred words at a time. She’s so messy. And true. And unfortunate. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/main-chara... #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity #wednesday

For your Tuesday afternoon, #writingcommunity: kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/main-chara...

On-deck tomorrow -500 words+ on the #WIP -two interviews for #sustainablefarming articles -full draft done and turned in for #conservation #forestry article -the beginnings of the holidays...(I bought matching sweatshirts for the immediate fam):

Ending the week 32K+ words into the #WIP. #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

What's the one book you find yourself constantly re-reading? Mine's here ⤵️ (but there's also more to this post if you read to the end...) Subscribe to read my thoughts once a week (or so). kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/on-reading... #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

Recently, I find myself reaching for happy stories — even in my nonfiction choices. And I think I know why that is, though it’s taken me several months to process. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/on-reading... #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

PSA: Back up your work. #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

I already know I won't meet my ambitious word count this month because of other projects and deadlines, but I have written each day, moving my characters forward, and I'll embrace that as a win instead. #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

On coffeemakers, delayed payments and #writing goals: kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/just-anoth... #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity #mondaymotivation

For your #MondayMotivation: On #5amwritersclub and balancing life with #creativity ⤵️ kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/on-5amwrit... #writingcommunity #writerslife #worklifebalance

For your #MondayMotivation: On #5amwritersclub and balancing life with #creativity ⤵️ kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/on-5amwrit... #writingcommunity #writerslife #worklifebalance

Everyone hates the Canada goose. What's up with that? @kristenschmitt.bsky.social, asking the tough questions: ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

My latest #agriculture article focuses on the overabundance of Canada geese that are causing #environmental, #health and #crop issues across the country. (It includes what's quite possibly my most favorite subhead to date: What Is It About This Species (and Their Feces)? ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

So I guess I’m doing this. Honestly, as someone who used to blog regularly back when blogspot was popular, this makes perfect sense. A full 180 degrees. Link in bio and you can also subscribe. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/ill-just-b...

Found out two of my short stories are going to be in an upcoming issue of a literary journal and that is a great way to start a week, am I right? #writingcommunity

When you hit 20k on what could be described as your lifeline. #writingcommunity

I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/a-day-in-t... #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub #freelancewriter #writers

I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/a-day-in-t... #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub #freelancewriter #writers

At point in WIP where I want to just insert a Scooby Do transition a la Wayne's World. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

Yesterday, thought it was Tuesday until about 445...today, thought it was Friday until just about now. I think this is a sign for the week to end. Almost #TGIF....

Spent the last two days mulling over the WIP, writing summary plot points instead of actual action, but it's still progress...still forward momentum. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity #onward

Officially hitting the 15K mark on this #WIP and still loving it completely. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

New site with some updated links and information since my old one is down and out. I’m used to wearing multiple hats — and working on too many things at once — so please reach out if you need writing, editing or storytelling help for an upcoming project. kristenaschmitt.substack.com

Hit the 10K mark on a new #WIP yesterday. #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

PSA for middle-age: Mad About You is streaming on Hulu.

Colorado voted to reintroduce wolves into the wild in 2020. Since then, the wolves have killed numerous cattle and other livestock. Meet the range riders, a team of horse-riding watchmen doing their best to keep wolves at bay. From @kristenschmitt.bsky.social: ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

My latest article is about Colorado's range riders who monitor more than 2,400 BLM grazing allotments used by more than 1,000 ranching operations to keep livestock safe from the state’s growing wolf population. ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

New site with some updated links and information since my old one is down and out. I’m used to wearing multiple hats — and working on too many things at once — so please reach out if you need writing, editing or storytelling help for an upcoming project. kristenaschmitt.substack.com

I'm excited to share the cover of the new book, AMERICAN FAMILY FARMLAND, by Johnny Klemme out Sept. 23, 2025! It's exciting to work with Johnny on the promotion side of this project. Please reach out if you're interested in learning more about AMERICAN FAMILY FARMLAND.

#LookingforRecommendations: My old website was out-of-date and hard to manage. Are there any inexpensive website alternatives or services that make it easier? I'd like my extensive portfolio to be an easy link I can send along again.

It counts as work when you lose power, go walk the dogs, and have better reception to send work emails from the park than at home.

In this issue of LAND VALUES JOURNAL, I spoke with Jace Young of Legacy Farmer, Jason Mauck who urges farmers to #farmweird and Jerry Cosgrove with American Farmland Trust. issuu.com/gfarmland/do...

Livestock chiropractics is a rapidly emerging field, taking care of the aches and pains of cows and horses, goats and sheep. But how do we know if it works? @kristenschmitt.bsky.social looks into it: ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

One of the best things about what I do for a living is constantly learning about new things. My latest for Offrange is all about animal chiropractors, particularly those who work on horses and other farm animals. ambrook.com/offrange/liv...

It counts as writing if you are running errands and dictating sentences into your notes app. #writingcommunity #wednesdaywisdom

New week, old idea. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

I guess I should thank the acquaintance who used to throw that sentence, "I'll just be a writer then," repeatedly, implying (of course) how easy it was to be one. When it may be one of the hardest fields instead. medium.com/@Kristen_Sch... #ThrowbackThursday #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

Dream haze turned into potential notes for a new idea. How many of you do vision boards? I admit, I never really have. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

Just sending emails out into the void.

What's more important when you start a new idea, #writingcommunity? Place or characters? #5amwritersclub

A stronger urge to read someone else's words than write my own this morning, #writingcommunity.

Working title? ✅ First 4000 words? ✅ Enough of an idea that I can continue? ✅ ✅ ✅ #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

Too cool not to share: apnews.com/article/dire...

Began the new idea today after letting it simmer for a while. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity

After a fitful night's sleep on the couch to keep my barking, nervous dog company, I'm up and present for CT #5amwritersclub.

TFW you put off making phone calls to schedule stuff and finally get them over with and it's no big deal.

Just preordered this! Super excited to read.

Welp....scheduled our first on-campus college visits.