I Think There Are Two Types Of Writers…

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“I think there are two types of writers, the architects and the gardeners. The architects plan everything ahead of time, like an architect building a house. They know how many rooms are going to be in the house, what kind of roof they're going to have, where the wires are going to run, what kind … Continue reading I Think There Are Two Types Of Writers…

The Hemingwrite Might Just Be A Solution For Distracted Writers Everywhere

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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/12/10/hemingwrite_n_6286678.html?utm_hp_ref=detroit&ir=Detroit I don't know about all of you, but the device itself is distracting just to look at. I much prefer my laptop.

Characters Are Not…

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"Characters are not created by writers. They pre-exist and have to be found" –Elizabeth Bowen *If you're anything like me, the most unique characters are a part of your every day life!*

Saturday Morning Humor

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I have been lucky (and not so lucky) to read a LOT of books long before they were ever published. The other day I was asked how crucial the editing process is. I said "As an editor, making sure your work is properly edited and not riddled with mistakes and errors is of the utmost … Continue reading Saturday Morning Humor

Only A Writer…

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All of my characters have distinctive voices. It is not entirely uncommon for me to walk around with a new accent after I've been writing someone in particular for the better part of a day. It's a little disconcerting, actually, but I am easily influenced by accents.

Thoughts Through Other Eyes

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I am tired in a soul-deep, bone-deep way that I can’t quite explain. I know it is borne out of doing too much, too fast, without proper rest. Sometimes I forget that I have limitations due to Fibromyalgia/Chronic Pain and I simply want my normal life back. In turn, I suffer for every move I … Continue reading Thoughts Through Other Eyes

A Professional…

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I disagree with this slightly. There are way too many amateurs who think they're professionals when they aren't. There are also too many professionals who behave like amateurs. 'Being professional' doesn't necessarily mean published for the world to read. Some of the most brilliant writers have yet to see publication. A lot of time 'being … Continue reading A Professional…

After Midnight Musings

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Writers are a very different breed of artist. We create differently. We all have different “methods to our madness”, which, in my opinion, is a good thing. I have friends from all different professional walks of life, but I am drawn to the creative, unique, and quirky. I am drawn to well thought out opinions, … Continue reading After Midnight Musings

Writer Struggles: Part One

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One of the things I struggle with as a writer is friends and family reading my work. If it’s fiction, they really don’t spend a lot of time reading personal things into it, but when it’s on a platform like this? UGH! I cannot tell you how many times I have received e-mails, text messages, … Continue reading Writer Struggles: Part One

If Art Is Not To Be Life-Enhancing…

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“If art is not to be life-enhancing, what is it to be? Half the world is feminine--why is there resentment at a female-oriented art? Nobody asks The Tale of Genji to be masculine! Women certainly learn a lot from books oriented toward a masculine world. Why is not the reverse also true? Or are men … Continue reading If Art Is Not To Be Life-Enhancing…