Hello everyone, I've still been quite busy travelling, writing, etc. and so this blog has gotten a bit dusty. But I'm pleased to see people still reading, still enjoying my posts - even old ones! Wow. This has been such a learning journey for me, and I'm excited for it to continue. Since I don't… Continue reading News in the Writing World today
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
Summer Fun
Dear friends, How do you feel about summer season almost being over? Here in Florida, I'm looking forward to hopefully some rain and wind, but sadly summer isn't really ever over. I hope to get an excuse though for some sweaters sometimes, and a pumpkin chai. Lately I've been somewhat lethargic in the actual writing… Continue reading Summer Fun
Rejected does not have to = dejected.
Hello friends, Recently I watched a film about Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein - Mary Shelley, on Amazon Prime. I can't remember how I found it or how I came to be inspired to watch it, but it throttled through me with a rush of inspiration and restlessness. I think I found it from… Continue reading Rejected does not have to = dejected.
Awesome poetry resources!
Hello, everyone! Long time no see! I've been swamped with packing, moving, unpacking, and a recent bout of extremely bad cold/congestion. Now I'm about to go out of town to see family for my birthday and for the first time in a year or so, so, really looking forward to it! But in the busyness… Continue reading Awesome poetry resources!
Book Review: “Thanks a Lot, Universe” by Chad Lucas
Good morning, all! Happy Friday! Recently I picked up a book called Thanks a Lot, Universe by Chad Lucas. The cover looked cute, and sometimes I like to read YA fiction. I find that YA fiction about a character discovering their sexual orientation intrigues me, because they are often character-focused instead of plot-driven. I find… Continue reading Book Review: “Thanks a Lot, Universe” by Chad Lucas
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
Just splat it out!
Today I started reading a really great book, Sketch by Sketch: A Creative Path to Emotional Healing and Transformation, by Sheila Darcey. I really loved how Darcey encourages her readers - creators who are feeling discouraged in their art, writing, music etc. - to try sketching out their feelings, and see what creative ideas might… Continue reading Just splat it out!
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
Typing Madly 