Late Night Research and Distractions
BEWARE: Random thoughts on my writing process ahead! I haven't updated about my novel in a long time, but you'll be disappointed if...
6 Grammar Mistakes That Drive Me Crazy
Everyone's heard of the self-proclaimed "Grammar Nazis". While I cannot claim to feel my teeth grind every time I see or hear a grammar...
The Sobering Creative Decline in American Children
Spend a few hours around a child and it quickly takes you back to the carefree days of innocence. Oh, to be young again! No bills to pay,...
13 Quotes On Writing You'll Want to Remember
When I'm in a writing funk, I find it helpful to remember all of the important and interesting things successful writers said about...
The Creative Mind: A Paradox
Have you ever wondered how a musician can go from a superstar, large stage presence to trapped in mousey-quiet during an interview? How...
40 Ways to Strengthen Your Writing and Avoid a "Very" Weak Word
Writer's often hear a simple, yet vitally important, piece of advice: Never use the word, ‘very.’ It is the weakest word in the English...
10 Excuses I Use to Avoid Writing
The past few months have been very busy and writing has completely taken a back seat in my life. I always find an excuse to avoid...
The Importance of Place and Setting
When writing a novel or short story, it can be easy to forget that the reader does not see the setting showing clearly in the your mind....
Checking in on Chapter Five
It's been a long while, I know. I've been really focusing on writing, particularly my thesis for my graduate degree. The last two courses...
5 Drawbacks to Self-Publishing
Self-publishing has its pros and cons. Many authors turn to self-publishing instead of going through the process of finding a...
