I Knew It All Along! (Not.)
The other day I heard that my high school class is having its *cough* something-something-year *cough* reunion. I refuse to go simply because much of high school was one long… Read more »
Tag: writing
Writing is a Craft, Publishing is a Circus
I wish I could remember where I read this quote but, alas, it is lost to me. Even a Google search couldn’t help me. Just know that I didn’t say,… Read more »
51 Ways to Make Money as a Writer
When people think of someone as being a writer, they often think in terms of books. Fiction, non-fiction, memoir, and scholarly books all come to mind as “writerly” pursuits. And… Read more »
Where Do Ideas Come From?
Many writers, myself included, are frequently asked where we get our ideas. “I’d write, but I just can’t come up with anything,” is a common refrain we hear from non-writers…. Read more »
NaNoWriMo Update #1
I’m going to try to post updates throughout November, partly to keep me inspired and accountable during NaNoWriMo and partly to give me an excuse to do something else for… Read more »
Stop Putting Off the Good Stuff
Sometimes, I am a ridiculous human being. One of the things that I struggle with the most is putting the “good stuff” off until later. I behave like this with… Read more »
Getting The Most From a Writer’s Retreat
A writer’s retreat can be a rewarding experience. It gives you a chance to get away from your everyday distractions and really get some work done. It can also give… Read more »
10 Approaches to Revision
Most people think of revision as painful and something to be avoided. It’s much more fun to play with a first draft than to try to take something half-baked and… Read more »
Writing With The Sims
I confess: I’m a huge fan of the computer game, The Sims. I’ve played it since the first iteration and have spent an embarrassing amount of money and time on… Read more »
Practice is Required
My parents were cleaning out their house the other day and decided to get rid of the old piano. Seeing it go to my young cousin brought back memories of… Read more »