Daylight Savings kicked in over the weekend but what if you could turn back years instead of just one hour? Your character invents a watch that lets him or her do just that. How many years do they set on the dial, why, and what are the consequences? Have fun and happy writing.
Author: This Writer's Life
NaNoWriMo-Day One
It’s day one of NaNoWriMo, and like I promised, I’m going to try and post a tip a day. First one is find a comfortable place to write. Do you prefer working at a desk, or having your laptop on your lap? Maybe you even prefer to curl up in a comfy chair and write…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Last One of The Month
Just one more day and NaNoWriMo begins…are you taking part this year? I’m going to do my best to post a tip on this site each day. As always, I’m making my goal 50,000 words by the end of the month but not all for one book. I’m hoping to get work done on two new stories in…
Monday Writing Prompts-Halloween
You’ve probably guessed the theme of this week’s prompt. It’s Halloween but why not go against the norm and maybe even write a non-spooky story. Have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Books to Write and Leaves to Rake
Not long now until NaNoWriMo kicks off and I found two resources I hope will be of some help to you if you’re taking part. Both of them come via BookBaby- If you follow the first link you can click on a download for a free calendar that will keep track of your daily word…
Monday Writing Prompts-First Day
NaNoWriMo is about two weeks away so for this prompt your character is taking part and it’s the first day of the challenge. What happens? Does something go wrong? Does something prevent him or her from writing? Have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Writing a Novel in 30 Days
Another year of workshops is over and now it’s time to think ahead to next year and the new line up I have planned including the bootcamp style classes. I’m looking forward to teaching those. Now with some extra time, I’ll be revamping my Web sites, setting up the writing coach service I’m hoping to…
Monday Writing Prompts-Pumpkins
Did anyone see the articles about the pumpkin shortage? I thought it would make the perfect story. To what lengths does your character go to, to make sure he or she has one sitting on their doorstep or even one to make a pie? Have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author- NaNoWriMo
Today I was honored to chat with Sally Bridgewater who will be attempting to not only write 50,000 words during NaNoWriMo but she’ll be doing it all in one day. Yes, you read that correctly all in one day. Sally asked me if I’d like to be interviewed and offer her some tips for her upcoming challenge…
Monday Writing Prompts-Falling Leaves
For this writing prompt your character goes outside to rake leaves but gets sidetracked by something more interesting. Have fun and happy writing.