Spring is here and I can’t wait to do some outside writing. This week I added a new class to Skillshare and hope to add some more next month. I’m also working on lessons for the two new workshops I’ll be teaching in May. One’s on the topic of self publishing…I’ll be telling you more…
Tag: writing
Monday Writing Prompts-Spring Flowers
It’s the first day of spring and today’s prompt is all about spring flowers. Maybe your character planted these bulbs in fall. Perhaps they wake up to see them in bloom and have no idea where they came from. Lots of things you can focus on so have fun and happy writing.
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Happy Saint Patrick’s Day
The weather’s been on a rollercoaster ride but spring will soon be here which is a great time for evaluating how you’re doing with your writing goals. I haven’t achieved as many as I’d hope to during this first three months but there’s plenty of time for catching up. How about you? Are…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Do You Want to Be A Book Reviewer?
Friday greetings. Have any of you thought about becoming a book reviewer? The reason I ask is because the nice folks at Long and Short Reviews are currently looking for more reviewers. I’ve been reviewing for them for eight years and for both authors and readers it’s a win-win situation. While you won’t get paid,…
Monday Writing Prompts-Car-Part 2
Last week’s prompt was part one where your character buys a car. This week it’s all about the things that go wrong. It could be the car’s a lemon, maybe they find something in the trunk, or perhaps they get stopped for speeding. Lots of things you can throw at your character. Have fun…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Traits of a Bestselling Book
February’s slowly coming to a close and it’s been a busy month. I’ve managed to get lots of things crossed off my to do list but added just as many things to it. Before I forget, I thought I’d share this with you. Bookbaby has a great blog and this was an interesting post I…
Monday Writing Prompt-Car Buying- Part One
I thought we’d try something new for this writing prompt. In fact, it’s a two part prompt. The first prompt is all about your character buying a car. Is it a new one, an old one, their first car? It’s up to you. Next week’s prompt will be a continuation of this story so stay…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Is It March?
Today I feel like someone’s fast forwarded the calendar and it’s really the end of March. I sat outside on the deck and couldn’t believe that it is in reality only mid-February. The sun was shining and birds were showing up in the garden and singing a spring chorus. I guess they’re as confused as I am…
Monday Writing Prompts-Love is in the Air
Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day so you’ve probably guessed this week’s prompt is all about romance. Your character is about to propose (and yes, it could be a male or female). In the world of writing nothing can be smooth sailing. Something goes wrong and what that something is, should be your story’s focus. Have fun,…
Friday Ramblings From An Author-Welcome to February
This week’s flown by and you know I usually say that but I’m still convinced it’s only Wednesday. Two new workshops kicked off on the 1st and I’m glad to say there’s a healthy turnout in each of them. It’s great to see so many students who are taking the first step to realizing…