Your Writing Process is Valid
October 28, 2019
Every writer has their own way of working, a process that has to be developed and honed over many years. Margaret Atwood
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When you’re at the bookstore surfing for a good read, you’re often trying to get a sense of the tone...
Try to recall your favorite story. How did it begin? What were the first words? If the first lines of...
Does the word “symbolism” give you unwelcome flashbacks to your high school English classes? The idea is foreign when we...
Previously, I unpacked the theory behind synopsis writing, explored the mechanics of what makes a synopsis work, and defined its...
Without flaws, characters may be admirable, but they don’t feel real. Humans are complex and contradictory. We’re all naturally flawed...
It may sound dry, but at the heart of every story is an argument. The theme (or dramatic question) is...
Here’s some advice for first time writers on setting a daily word count. Consistency is the key. Set a writing...
What does it mean to trust yourself? It sounds like a good idea, but it is often a counter-intuitive process....
For years, my students had been asking me when I was going to take them on a retreat. Frankly,...
Below are ten writing suggestions for anyone who is setting out to craft a novel, memoir, or screenplay. Some are...
Sometimes the deeper we get into our story, the more we seek distraction. The internet will suck the life out...
Every writer has their own way of working, a process that has to be developed and honed over many years....
Ten Suggestions for Writing
August 6, 2019
Below are ten writing suggestions for anyone who is setting out to craft a novel, memoir, or screenplay. Some are obvious, while
How to Become a First-Time Author
December 7, 2017
The journey to becoming a first-time author is different for everyone. For me, it involved letting go of the idea that I’d
How to Write Your First Novel
November 22, 2017
Writing your first book might actually be fun. I’m serious. I know you’re terrified. It’s a scary thing to do. But, at
Ten Signs of a Good Writing Instructor
November 14, 2017
Choosing a writing instructor is a big decision. They are not all created equal. Here are some guidelines and suggestions that
Making Time to Write
August 30, 2017
If you’re writing your first novel, you’re probably wondering how other writers ever make the time to write. We’re all busy.
Overcoming Writer’s Block
July 12, 2017
It’s not just first-time writers that get stuck. Every writer, except Stephen King, experiences writer’s block. Writer’s block is often an absence
What is My Title?
July 3, 2017
Those scant few words on the cover of our book or screenplay can be the most labor-intensive work of our entire manuscript.
