I’ve come to a realization recently about writing and being a writer. Whether working as a freelancer, or publishing novels,… Read more The Waiting is the Hardest Part (Part 2)
Tag: writing process
Are You a Plotter or a Pantser?
Most writers–supposedly–fall into one of two categories of writing style. Either they are a plotter or a pantser. But what… Read more Are You a Plotter or a Pantser?
How to Write a Nonfiction Article for Children
If you want to break into writing for children, nonfiction is where it’s at. Nonfiction is in high demand for… Read more How to Write a Nonfiction Article for Children
Stop Comparing Your Writing Journey!
How many writers do you follow on Social Media? I’m curious, because I follow quite a few. Mostly for inspiration… Read more Stop Comparing Your Writing Journey!
How to Write a Synopsis
You wrote a novel. You revised and revised and revised. You’ve spent hours and days and maybe years working on… Read more How to Write a Synopsis
5 Mistakes You Make when Researching for Your Writing
Research is a key ingredient in writing. Even if you’re writing contemporary fiction, there will be things you need to… Read more 5 Mistakes You Make when Researching for Your Writing
Writer’s Workshop Wednesday: The Five Paragraph Essay
I have taught the basic five paragraph essay for years. It always surprises me when students get so worried and… Read more Writer’s Workshop Wednesday: The Five Paragraph Essay
Writing in 2021
The dumpster fire that was 2020 is over and as we enter 2021, most of us a hoping for a… Read more Writing in 2021
Creativity During Tough Times
There are two types of people in the world: those who channel their stress into creativity during tough times, and… Read more Creativity During Tough Times
Why I Made 100 Rejections My Goal
Happy 2021! Somehow we managed to survive the dumpster fire that was 2020, and I think we’re all looking ahead… Read more Why I Made 100 Rejections My Goal
