Here I am facing another Wednesday and time to publish a new post. I’ve written about writing fiction and nonfiction. I’ve looked at the way authors develop their characters and come up with character names. I’ve examined the pros and cons for pantser styles and outliner styles. I’ve looked at grammar issues and non issues. […]
What in the World is Writer’s Block?
I recently heard experts talking about the difficulties in finishing creative projects. Basically they were discussing the effects of writer’s block. On the program, hosted by Studio 360, psychiatrists and psychologists and people who study the brain explored whether or not writer’s block is real. Some people believe writer’s block is an excuse people use […]
A Tribute to My Mom
My mom. Taken in March 2015 My mother died on December 4, 2015. She had a long and productive life. No one could ask for me. She remained healthy until the last five months of her life and she lived every minute she could. Recently I sent her obit to some friends. They were […]
Tips for Vanquishing Writer’s Block
A writer’s biggest fear is writer’s block. Even if you’ve never experienced it, the fact that it’s out there in the universe keeps writers on edge. Will the day come when I can’t write? Will the day come when my mind draws a complete blank? The thought is terrifying. What are some ways to make […]
Editing or Writing That is the Question #writingtips #amwriting
I’m in the middle of several writing projects. I’m finishing the final edits on the e-Murderer. My publisher has it, now but I suspect I’ll be getting the final galleys any day now. In addition, I’m working on editing the second book in the Jenna Scali series. Once I finish it, I’ll send it to […]
Creating Confidence: How to Love Your Writing in 3 Steps
Guest Post by Miranda Kulig When I was six years old, my teacher asked each person in my class what they wanted to be when they grew up. Some kids wanted to be doctors. Some wanted to be teachers. Other kids said they didn’t know. I, however, knew exactly what I was going to be when I […]
How Much do Reviews Mean to Writers?
After just releasing my first mystery, The Clock Strikes Midnight, I’ve been struggling to get reviews posted. As a reader I depend on reviews (or word of mouth) to decide what to read. I listen to radio reviews of the top bestsellers, and I also read reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. It helps me determine […]
So You Wanna Write a Book–Take This Quiz
Recently I heard the shocking statistic 200 million Americans think they have a novel in them #writing #amwriting Click To Tweet Imagine that! It made me wonder about who manages to get that novel out and who does not. Clearly lots of people do not. I’m going to share this quiz to help you see […]
Tips for Meeting New Year’s Writing Goals
As the new year nears, my guess is you’re thinking about goals. You’re setting resolutions for the next 365 days. We all somehow believe that those days are endless, and we will lose those extra pounds, exercise as much as we need, give gratitude for what we have, remember to visit our shut-in friends and […]
6 Tips for Writers on How Not to Multitask
I know you’ve been advised to turn off the internet. But do you do it? Are you still getting your email notifications and Facebook notifications and your Twitter stream as you work? Please tell me you are not. My answer to the oft asked question can writers multitask is no. Maybe you can, and I’m […]
