Hello friends, Recently I started revising my steampunk romantasy novel, and I remembered how "they" say that prologues are bad. The question came to my mind, why are prologues bad? What if they aren't? And I decided to investigate and see what I can find on this topic; especially since I am writing a prologue,… Continue reading Prologues – Bad or Good?
Category: How Writers Write
Studying the craft of writing by looking at what other writers have to say about it – in blogs, interviews, etc. Sometimes this is from a sociological perspective, sometimes it focuses specifically on how we get the words on the page.
The Impact of the Little Things in Creative Projects
Hello friends, It's funny how sometimes, writing makes us contemplate the little things. And sometimes the little details are what make books so good. This can go for TV shows, movies etc, too. Would Bridgerton be as good if we didn't love admiring the details in the outfits? Would horror films be scary if tiny… Continue reading The Impact of the Little Things in Creative Projects
Writing Villains
Hello, all! I am going to update this blog weekly from now on, not exactly Wednesdays, because Wednesday has become a busy day for me. I passed a beginner archery class this past Wednesday, and am excited to proceed to intermediate! Today, I wanted to ask a question to you: How do you write good… Continue reading Writing Villains
Writing Romance
Hello everyone, Long time no see! Here in Florida, we are experiencing a lot of winds and rain; fortunately, North Central isn't being hit as hard as was initially predicted. Praying for those who were hit hard in parts of South Florida. Today I'd like to discuss writing romance scenes, or relationships in a series;… Continue reading Writing Romance
Beginner Writing Tips
Hey, everyone! Whoa, long time no see there. I lost track of time in the busyness of working on my own writing. Today I'd like to share some tips for new writers. Back when I did a survey, some survey-answerers mentioned they would like to see more of this. I also plan to do a… Continue reading Beginner Writing Tips
Daydreaming
Sometimes it helps me to just lie down and daydream. Often, it helps me when I'm having difficulty writing a conversation between two characters, or don't know what to write next. Maybe it helps you, too! Let's explore the why and how of daydreaming. Featured Photo: by Pixabay on pexels.com Why daydreaming helps writers As… Continue reading Daydreaming
Discovering Writer Jane Yolen
Good afternoon! Is anyone else excited for April? 'Cause I sure am! I am hoping to start some gardening projects soon, and I look forward to showers and flowers, hopefully. Here in Florida we get tons of rain, but I kindof like it. It's peaceful, and having been raised in California, it's different, for me.… Continue reading Discovering Writer Jane Yolen
Ambiguous endings
Hello all, I don't want to spoil anything, but I just read a book with a sortof ambiguous ending - although even that is argued against, by some - and I'm still digesting and deciding whether I liked it or not. Do you like endings that are uncertain, or do you like all loose ends… Continue reading Ambiguous endings
William S Burroughs & the Muse
Dear friends, Writer William S Burroughs says about the Muse - that elusive inspiration we're ever searching for: An artist must be open to the muse. The greater the artist, the more he is open to “cosmic currents.” He has to behave as he does. If he has “the courage to be an artist,” he is committed to behave… Continue reading William S Burroughs & the Muse
Writing Unpredictable Characters
Dear readers and writers, I've been studying the topic of writing unpredictable characters lately, because I'm stuck on a section of my YA historical novel draft. I was really hoping to have the draft done by November so I can spend NaNoWriMo revising or drafting a different novel, but...here we are in almost mid-October now,… Continue reading Writing Unpredictable Characters
Typing Madly 