Willow James

Why Every Home Needs a Double-Sided Fireplace

There’s no denying it. Winters are getting colder in some parts of the world. And there’s just something about an icy winter that seems to spill over into the rest of your life. Cold weather makes everything else in your life seem a little dreary too, doesn’t it? That feeling could be stemming from spending the bulk of the winter in a cold house. The good news is that there’s a solution to instantly warming your home: A double-sided fireplace. Double-Sided Fireplaces–What Are They? If you live in a modern house, you more than likely have no fireplace in your home. An older home, on ...

Raised Bed Gardening - Understanding the Concept

It has to be said. There’s nothing new about the raised bed concept. In fact, their simplicity and efficiency have stood the test of time. It may come as a surprise to many to learn that raised bed gardens date back to medieval times. In those early days, bed gardens would ordinarily be placed on existing gardens and edged with little wattle fences. Fast forward about 500 years and you have Parisian gardeners of the 18th century creating raised vegetable plots to create crops for their markets. This worked quite well since it narrowed down the damage caused by pests. It also turned out ...

Can You Freeze Leftover Salsa

There are many reasons why salsa is such a popular dish. Aside from being incredibly tasty, it’s also super versatile. Whether you use it as a dip, or sauce or simply love eating it straight from the bowl, there’s no denying that its refreshingly spicy tang is a staple in many homes. As much as you love spicy salsa, you might not always have the time to cook it fresh for every occasion. That might leave you wondering, can you freeze leftover salsa? The Challenge With Freezing Salsa If you regularly cook vegetable dishes, then you know all too well how challenging it can be to keep y...

5 Expert Digital Marketing Strategies That Your Small Business Needs

Some might agree that advertising your startup has never been easier. That’s because access to the internet seemingly makes everything effortless. All it takes is a few well-executed digital marketing strategies, and you may be on your way to success. Wondering what these strategies are? Keep reading to find out. 1. Email Marketing If you have an email address—and really, who doesn’t—then you’d most likely have experienced email marketing firsthand. It’s those emails you get from your favorite brands or companies letting you know what’s hot in their catalogs every week. That said, ...

7 Pointers to Keep in Mind if You’re a Solopreneur

Starting a business is both exciting and scary at the same time. The idea of being your own boss and turning your business dream into a reality is no small feat and requires extensive planning and hard work. Furthermore, if you’re doing it on your own—as a solopreneur—it can be considerably more daunting. We’ve compiled a list of pointers that will help you get organized. What is a Solopreneur? In short, a solopreneur is an entrepreneur who starts and develops a business on their own, with no intention of appointing any staff. That means, they are solely responsible for creating and ma...

Implementing the Permaculture Concept in Your Home Garden

Recent UN studies have shown that we only have about 60 years of effective farming left if the current rate of soil degradation continues. Since it takes about 1.000 years to generate three centimeters of topsoil, this is a very daunting and alarming prospect. Especially when you consider that, according to the most recent Worldometer statistics, the earth's population has soared to 8.1 billion as of January 2024. With so many people to feed, having no soil to grow food in is rather disconcerting. It's important to keep in mind that at least 95% of our food originates from a soil source...

A Few Top Reasons Why Everyone Should Plant A Small Herb Garden This Year

Are you one of those people who really wants to start a garden but feels like it could be too difficult? Have you been considering the health benefits of growing your own food but you’re not sure how to get started? Do you enjoy adding herbs to your favorite dishes, but often find it difficult to find fresh ones? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then this article is a must-read. Let’s start with the good news. Everyone can grow a herb garden. No matter how small your space is, you can easily create a small container or windowsill garden to get your herb setup started. T...

Significant Benefits of Switching to Homemade Food for Your Dogs and Cats

Pet Ownership Every pet owner will agree. Taking care of your fur friends' dietary needs is the number one need of pet ownership. For many pet owners, this means investing in top-quality dog or cat food brands that hopefully cater to all their nutritional needs. Some pet owners, however, prefer to opt for healthier, homemade food recipes. With this in mind, you may wonder which option will most benefit your fur baby's health. This post looks at a few of the top benefits of using fresh meat and vegetables to create meals for your pets, no matter what their age. Better Control of Pet Foo...

Simple Ways to Avoid Work-From-Home Burnout

There are many practical reasons to grab a work-from-home job if you can find one. Fewer interruptions reduced transportation costs, more flexibility over your working hours, and a potential increase in productivity are just a few of the top reasons why working from home is so appealing. For many people, however, the number one reason to opt for a work-from-home job is the theory that you also have better control over your own work-life balance. If you have quit a regular job in the hopes of reaching this ever-elusive work-life balance, then you may already be finding out that it’s easi...

A Few Tips to Help You With Habit Formation

Anyone who has ever tried to lose weight, stop smoking, or stick to a New Year’s resolution will quickly tell you that habit formation can be difficult. Whether you’re starting a new habit from scratch, or you’re trying to replace an old one, keeping your new habits from failing can be challenging. When you take a step back and check why your habits are consistently failing, you’ll soon find a few common patterns. Knowing what these patterns are will help you turn your new goal into a lasting habit. This post takes a quick look at the fundamental tips that will help you turn habit formation...

Understanding the Lasting Effects of Somatic Therapy

Have you suffered a single or a series of traumatic events in your life? Has this left you reaching for more traditional treatments with little or no success? Are you flip-flopping between severe mood swings and emotional numbness? Answering yes to one or all of these questions may be an indication that unresolved trauma is manifesting itself in other areas of your emotional and physical well-being. Defining Emotional Trauma At its core, emotional, or psychological trauma refers to an experience that makes an individual feel helpless or unsafe. This type of experience can refer to anyth...

Understanding the Principles of Swedish Death Cleaning

When you first hear that one of your loved ones will be participating in a Swedish death cleaning process, you may be quite alarmed, especially if you don’t know what the concept involves. Fortunately, the process isn’t as dreary as it sounds, and if handled correctly, it can be beneficial to you and your loved one. This post takes a quick look at the basic definition and steps to embrace this life-changing process. What is the Swedish Death Cleaning Process? At its core, the Swedish death cleaning process refers to the process of decluttering your life before you die. Simply put, that...

A customer · 4.8 · November 2024

Thank you for the incredible work Willow did on the Backyard Homesteading book. She brought the vision to life with care, depth, and engaging writing—I'm genuinely impressed. Willow's attention to detail and dedication made this project a joy, and I'm truly grateful to have worked with you. I can't wait to publish. Looking forward to future collaborations with Urban Writers.

A customer · 5.0 · July 2024

Willow is not only a competent writer, she is a good collaborator and offers ideas to make the project better. This is the second project we have worked together on and I am once again more than pleased with the result.

A customer · 5.0 · July 2024

Willow always listened to our suggestions and implemented them as we asked but also provided guidance, based on her experience, when we weren't sure what we wanted. She followed our in-depth outline that we provided and wrote in the style/voice we desired. She wrote well-researched and comprehensive content. We are so glad to have worked with her on our first book project! We look forward to working with her again in the future.

A customer · 5.0 · June 2024

Working with Willow was an amazing experience! Being my first experience with a freelancer in the writing realm, Willow guided me along as she made progress on my manuscript. She researched my topic very thoroughly and produced a manuscript that addressed all of the ideas in my outline. The resulting manuscript reads extremely well and is very well suited to my target audience. I was able to follow along as Willow worked with my chosen editor. I would definitely work with Willow again

A customer · 5.0 · May 2024

Regarding Willow's quality of work, communication, adherence to schedule, and cooperation, I am saddened that I cannot enter scores of "10" in all categories. I can't speak highly enough of Willow's quality of work in writing this book. She followed the outline with an authentic tone and voice that reflected me. We worked as a team with each chapter. Her responses to my questions were clear and concise. As a result, our conversations about each chapter as it was being written were genial and insightful, helping me understand the process. I felt I was a part of a team with the same goal. Willow was always aware of the schedule and consistently adhered to it. I know there are other good writers at Dibbly for my future books, However, I can't imagine finding a different writer with such a high caliber of skill as Williow. She is a true professional. If she is available, I hope she will accept my upcoming invitations to write my future manuscripts. Thank you, Willow!

A customer · 5.0 · April 2024

Willow was great to work with! She always kept me updated on the status of the chapters and had such a positive attitude. I hope to work with her again.

A customer · 5.0 · March 2024

Willow was fantastic to work with and her written material was exactly what I was looking for. I look forward to working with her again soon.

A customer · 5.0 · March 2024

Willow followed my outline to a T. She was dependable and prompt. Her communication was on par as well. She was accommodating with the process, As I am new to self-publishing. I would recommend her for sure!

A customer · 5.0 · December 2023

Great writer and communicator. Really kept to agreed timelines, and delivered awesome work. A pleasure to work with!

A customer · 5.0 · November 2023

Willow James is an excellent writer. We were in contact several times a week through the entire process. She kept me updated and always asked for my approval before moving forward or making changes. Willow is a joy to work with. I highly recommend her.

A customer · 5.0 · October 2023

Willow was wonderful to work with on my first manuscript. She listened to my requests, provided regular progress, and was helpful to me as a novice writer.

A customer · 4.5 · October 2023

I have had a few communication problems with UW, but it is no fault of Willow James. She has been very prompt in answering all my questions.

A customer · 5.0 · September 2023

Willow did a great job with my order. She was willing to adjust her normal working process to match what I needed, and was willing to make adjustments as needed throughout the project. I am very happy with her work and will use her again in the future.

A customer · 4.8 · May 2023

This project was just a short writing sample, but the writer did exactly what I asked, and delivered a quality product. I look forward to working with her again in the near future!

A customer · 5.0 · February 2023

Willow is very attentive, helpful, and great at conducting the requested background research. I highly recommend Willow.

A customer · 5.0 · January 2023

Got the tone just right!