Isn't it strange how things can somehow take an unexpected turn? I mean, you plot and plan, then something happens and "BANG", everything changes. I've found that this happens both in my writing and in life, as well. What's the old saying? The best laid plains of mice and men. This was never more true …
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Warning! This entry may contain some salty language. OK, you've been warned. Let me start by saying that this is entirely my opinion. Nothing more. Agree or disagree, it's up to you. Either way, I'd be glad to hear your opinion on the subject. Maybe I'm dead wrong, but this is based upon my experiences. …
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Sometimes the writing comes easy. Other times, not so much. I’ve always read that you shouldn’t force it, but when you are trying to meet deadlines, what choice do you have. That’s when your writing becomes equal parts inspiration and perspiration. It’s just a fact of writing. The only other option is to just not …
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One of the most daunting challenges for any writer is overcoming that feeling that you're just spinning your wheels. I think every writer that ever put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard) has felt disillusioned with the entire process. I've been there. Sometimes, after all the hours spent writing and editing and re-writing and …
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Do you use music to set the mood when you write? I most certainly do. A good song with the right beat can keep you on track and really get your creativity going. Music inspires us, drives us and fuels our lives. Why not have something playing when you create you world? You're painting a …
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Let's face it, when we are talking about writing, the entire point is to engage your readers. If you're not doing that, then no one will want to read anything you write. However, engaging should begin long before they even open the book. let me explain. Even if your writing is fantastic, letter perfect, compelling …
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Dialogue...it's far more than just words the characters say. Your dialogue defines the characters, conveys information, moves the plot forward and brings depth to both plot and characters. In essence, your dialogue will either make or break your story. When you write your dialogue, you need to ask yourself, "Is this something they would say?" …
I think the best place to begin is with the old expression, "Rough drafts don't have to be perfect...they just have to be written." To me, that pretty much says it all. Just write it. Editing comes later. Grammar, spelling and structure can all be fixed. In fact, that's what editing if for. The first …
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