Monthly Archives: September 2015

Something Wonderful

As we move into the days of leaves and harvest, let us take a few moments to ponder the nature of our livelihood as scribes and storytellers: It is a sacred calling. Kahlil Gibran said that “work is love made … Continue reading

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New Program

It’s amazing to see new nontraditional publishing options spring up for writers to share their work with the world. While they all require careful vetting and a “buyer beware” sharp, objective eye, they still may be worth considering. One new … Continue reading

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New Program

It’s amazing to see new nontraditional publishing options spring up for writers to share their work with the world. While they all require careful vetting and a “buyer beware” sharp, objective eye, they still may be worth considering. One new … Continue reading

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Character Studies

Character tells — it’s one of the cornerstones of spinning a good yarn. In the course of penning my children’s novel, I’ve spent many an hour pondering the fresh wonders, foibles, and flaws that make up my young heroine. Since … Continue reading

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Wonderful Game

“I have always been a good editor of my own work. I’ve tried to teach my writing friends that there are two arts: number one, getting a thing  done; and then, the second great art is learning how to cut … Continue reading

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Focusing Fuel

Writing takes focus, mental and physical stamina, and will power. Research shows that the food has an enormous impact on our focus and follow through when working on projects demanding concentration and discipline. Foods that supply our brains with a … Continue reading

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