Our guest blogger today is Mageela Troche… When did you begin writing? I wrote my first book at four. My parents loved it. I was everything from author to illustrator to publisher. It was only one copy but that started the dream. But I really started to write with the goal to make a living…
I saw this quote by Walt Disney and thought how relevant it was for writers. In fact, I think it’s now one of my favorite all time quotes. Do you dare to make your dream of being an author come true?
We made it to 1,000 followers…well actually, it’s now 1,002. Thank to everyone who has chosen to follow. A big thank you if you were one of the first people to follow. Now the next goal is to make it to 2,000. It might take some time but I know it’s very doable. Another heat…
In the summer retreat I’m teaching, this week, we’ve been focusing on conflict and emotion. I told everyone that while we think we read books for entertainment, that’s only half the reason. The other being emotion. A great story makes you feel an emotion, whether it be joy, anger, fear etc. One easy way to…
Continuing with our month long prompts based on sayings, this week it’s Don’t judge a book by its cover. Who says this, are they referring to themselves or another character? This might be the title of the story, a line of dialogue or even the theme. Have fun and happy writing.
Say hello to today’s guest blogger, Amber Daulton…. When did you begin writing? I read my first romance book when I was 12 after I snuck a Harlequin paperback out of my mom’s bedroom. I couldn’t stop thinking about it, and I wanted to create my own story about two people having an adventure and…
Thoreau properly wasn’t referring to writing when he said this but I think he was reminding us that dreams live within us 24 hours a day. If writing is your dream what are you doing to make things happen? This week write down at least three things that come instantly to mind.
Tomorrow’s there’s another heat advisory. It’s going to be super hot and humid so I’ve taken my office outside today. Right now, there’s a slight breeze but I feel the humidity starting to gather so I’ll enjoy the great outdoors while I can. Seems I’m not the only one who thinks this year is…
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Are you a writer who hates the idea of writing a synopsis for your story? You’re not alone, most of my students tell me it’s their least favorite thing. You might love your story, have a potential bestseller on your hands, but unless you can make the synopsis shine as much as the…
The focus of this week’s prompt is based on another saying which is- ‘It never rains but it pours.’ Does one of your character say that line or maybe your story focuses on he or she’s misfortune. Maybe your story takes place during a thunderstorm. Lots you can do with this one so have fun…
