In the past I’ve mentioned that I prefer to write Character Led but I do want to develop my world building skills. I think the best way for me to do it, is to set my world up and work on it everyday until I know every nook and cranny by memory. Then allow myContinue reading “World Building -For Beginners”
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Mid Week Pick Me UP
Today is a great day to pick your chin up and remember how far you’ve come all by yourself. Those dark times didn’t hold you down. You took it one day at a time and made it through to the other side. Dark times don’t last. Let them come knowing that they are only thereContinue reading “Mid Week Pick Me UP”
Character Development
Characters can make or break our novel. That’s why it’s important to find time to focus on your characters. An underdeveloped character can take away from a well-developed world and can lose your readers’ attention. It can be daunting to think about how much we have to do in our stories, but it doesn’t haveContinue reading “Character Development”
Character Development Part 2
Character development part 2 is here! Last Character Development post, I talked about how it is important to give your characters flaws. This time I’d like to discuss something new. We all have our own beliefs and values, even if you haven’t taken time to hash the out yet. This should also be reflected inContinue reading “Character Development Part 2”
Character Development
Let’s talk about character development. Some stories are character-driven. Other stories are driven by worlds. I tend to lean heavily into character building and then balance it out with some world building while I edit. It’s more difficult for me to do with a fully written novel. Still worth it! The first thing I askContinue reading “Character Development”
Just Keep Writing
In the chunk of years I have written, the one thing I have learned to do is to just keep writing. Doesn’t matter what or how or when, just do it. Accept all the notes, blurbs, and creative writing cravings that need to be released. They are all one more addition to the masterpiece. SometimesContinue reading “Just Keep Writing”
My Weekend Isn’t Over Yet
I still have one more day to sleep in and enjoy the day as I please. This four day has brought me so much inspiration for my writing. Went down memory lane quite a bit. I can’t believe I’ve been writing for 10 years now. I have been so many places and met so manyContinue reading “My Weekend Isn’t Over Yet”
Ergonomics
Since covid, I started writing in bed and I’m starting to feel it. I’m going to have to figure out how I can get my writing done while sitting in a better place that has very little distraction. I have been thinking about changing my set up for a while. I just haven’t done it.Continue reading “Ergonomics”
Have You Shared Your Writing?
Our writing is ours to share or not to share. Some writing is meant to be your own. But there is a lot that comes from sharing your work when you feel ready. One important thing to remember when sharing your work, is that you should only share your drafts with those you trust. NeverContinue reading “Have You Shared Your Writing?”
Journaling Counts
As writers we can get overly focused on the story and forget all about the journaling aspects. Journaling your thoughts throughout the day or during your writing time, can really help keep you invested in the story. When I’m trudging through a rough edit session, my journal is what gets me through. I leave myselfContinue reading “Journaling Counts”
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