Teaching creative writing is important! As a teacher, there are many times when students or parents asked me “Why are we doing this?” It makes my heart sink because it feels like they didn’t believe in their abilities. The problem gets worse when the person asking has potential as a writer. They don’t understand what…
Hey there, word-slingers! You’ve done it. You’ve put your heart and soul into crafting your masterpiece, laboring over every dialogue and description. But wait, the journey isn’t over just yet. Now, it’s time to condense your labor of love into a succinct, gripping synopsis. Daunting, isn’t it? Fear not! As an author doubling as a…
Welcome, fellow authors and word weavers. If you’re here, it’s safe to assume you’ve woven a compelling tale, only to realize the first draft is merely the opening act. Transforming it from ‘meh’ to ‘marvelous’ requires an additional, critical journey – Editing. Yes, that finicky task of revisiting your work, turning the text this way…
Hey there, fellow story spinner! You know what makes our readers yawn faster than a boring meeting? Characters flatter than a pancake on a Sunday brunch. Now, we’ve all been there. A shiny new idea pops into our brain and we’re itching to let it loose in a tantalizing plot. But, oops! In the excitement,…
Struggling to brew up fresh story ideas? You’re not alone. From novices dipping their toes into the world of storytelling to seasoned authors with a portfolio of published works, we all hit creative speed bumps from time to time. After all, ideas are the heart and soul of writing, but they can be elusive and,…
Writers are also readers. Books are in our blood. But now, most of us go to the internet for inspiration. Sometimes, getting untangled from the web and reading a book about writing can be a refresher. I joke about being a recovering writing book addict, but buying and reading those books is how I used…
Hey there, aspiring authors! Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of novel writing? We’ve got some fantastic news for you: crafting your own masterpiece doesn’t have to be as daunting as it seems. In fact, we’re here to show you just how easy and enjoyable the process can be! So, you’ve got…
We’ve all been there, right? That pesky blank screen, the cursor blinking back like it’s challenging us to a duel. Well, guess what? We’re here to tell you that this enemy called “writer’s block” isn’t unbeatable. In fact we’ll soon have you overcoming writer’s block in no time! Understanding the Beast: What is Writer’s Block?…
Hey there, fellow wordsmiths! Let’s dive straight into the thrilling world of crafting a novel. Starting your own novel can be a bit like standing at the foot of a mountain, but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this easy-to-follow guide. Let Your Imagination Run Wild First things first, unleash your creativity. The world…
How often have you been told that all you need to do to start writing is put your butt in the chair and write? Someone at every conference or retreat I’ve ever gone to has shared this glaring kernel of wisdom as if that’s all it takes for an author to start writing. They lie,…
