Seeing Some Light
More than a year into the pandemic, we’re seeing some light. A Year of Loss During the year, I’ve written about loss, about what it was like to trade off with my sisters in living with our parents in order … Continued
Hunkering Down: Beyond the Usual Writing Routine
I’m guessing everyone is hunkering down to avoid getting or giving the new coronavirus to others. I’m wondering what people are doing to move beyond the usual writing routine. Whenever I read what writers say about their creative routine, it … Continued
Three Elements of Great Writing: Bridge of Clay
This is round two of looking at Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak. In the last post, I looked at why it isn’t really a YA novel although it was marketed as one in the US. This time, I want … Continued
New Year’s Resolutions: More Everyday Inspiration
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly I found more everyday inspiration to help you stick to your New Year’s Resolutions. If you’ve lost inspiration to follow through, take a minute here. Last week I had some fun with products … Continued
New Year’s Resolutions: Still Inspired?
People don’t need to impress themselves. And how can they conquer and seize the day when what they really need is a nap and some vapor rub?
Ignite Your Creative Process with Author Advice Books
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I broke my toe recently and didn’t feel much like walking for a few days. To avoid wasting the down time, I decided to read several books I’d seen recommended for writers (some specifically for fiction writers) in a variety … Continued
Writers Seek Advice and Fun at Teen Book Fests
Many cities now have teen book fests. If you haven’t been to one, you should try the nearest available. This is particularly true for anyone who is writing YA fiction, but, considering that authors speak about craft and their own … Continued
Writing Inspiration from The Mars Room
The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner There are many excellent reviews of The Mars Room, plus its a bestseller, so I don’t see a need to go on too long about it. Except–if you’ve somehow missed this book about the … Continued