I don’t know about other writing teachers and coaches, but the first thing I ask my students is why have you picked that genre? Most of the time, the response is because their romance fans or always loved mysteries. However, sometimes I hear these words…it’s the hottest genre right now and I’ll sell a lot…
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Wednesday Writing Prompts-Behind the Door
Maybe this one could be a mystery but it doesn’t have to be- Your character walks up to this door. Do they dare to go inside? What’s behind the door? A surprise party perhaps? Something sinister? Have fun and happy writing.
Monday Motivation-Keep On Writing
I love this quote because it’s not just true about writing, but all things. Never give up on your dreams.
Saturday Seminar-Writing With Five Senses
Welcome to the first Saturday Seminar. What’s a Saturday Seminar? It’s a post that will focus on improving your writing. One small element that can make a good story, great. This first one will focus on writing with all five senses. One of the biggest challenges for us writers, is figuring out how to transfer what’s…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-A Week to Be Inspired
It’s only March and guess what? The wonderful Debbi at OIRW asked me for ideas for next year’s classes. Everything is now set and planned. I’ll be posting the schedule here soon for you to check out. Once again, I’ll be teaching exclusively for OIRW. And more about this later, but there’s going to be an…
The Value of the Delete Button
Here’s today’s guest blogger D.V Stone with why the delete button is a good thing… Shakespeare said in Merchant of Venice, “All that glitters is not gold.” Unfortunately, for an author, neither are all your words. Many people think editing is chasing down grammar and punctuation issues. That’s true, but editing a novel is so…
Wednesday Writing Prompts-Who Do These Belong To?
This week prompt focuses on a character who comes home to find these boots and socks in their home. Who do they belong to? Is it someone they know? Perhaps someone from their past? Or has a complete stranger made themselves at home? It could even be they’re innocently in the wrong house. Lots you…
Hi Susan-Creative Pursuits
Time for another Hi Susan and this time it’s Chris who asked… You’ve mentioned your art and jewelry making, do you think having a creative hobby helps writers? My simple answer is yes. My not so simple answer is I’ve used lots of techniques to help me work out stories, brainstorm ideas, and sort out my…
Monday Motivation-There’s Always Someone Cheering You On
Lots of people keep their goals and dreams a secret. They think if they don’t attain them then people will laugh about it. That’s not always true. Share your dream and goal and you might just find your biggest cheerleader. TWL is here for you. We’re a growing writing community that is here to support…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Learn Something New
It’s March and it probably comes as no surprise that it’s snowing again. I can’t remember the last time there was a winter with not just snow but heavy snowstorms every few days or so. I think lots of people will appreciate spring this year. I know I will. The February classes are history…