Writing is an act of discovery. There are writers who plan it all out and always know what’s coming next. There’s writers who plan out a little, then let the characters change it up once in a while. Then there’s others who have only a slight idea of what they will be writing. All theseContinue reading “An Act of Discovery”
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Ableist, What is it and What Does it have to Do with Writing?
Ableism is discrimination and social prejudice against people with physical or mental disabilities. Ableism characterizes people as they are defined by their disabilities and it also classifies disabled people as people who are inferior to non-disabled people. -Wikipedia As a writer, I have seen a lot of ableism and in the past I have shrunkContinue reading “Ableist, What is it and What Does it have to Do with Writing?”
Writers are Writers Because…
Writers are writers because they write. I am beyond grateful for my writing friends. I’m grateful for their diversity in experience. I’m grateful for the way their minds work and the way they all see the world so differently. My writing friends are amazing writers. Some of them I connect with on a deep level,Continue reading “Writers are Writers Because…”
James Joyce Inspo
I’m kinda focused on Joyce right now. Here’s some more James Joyce inspo. “Shut your eyes and see.” James Joyce I didn’t learn about James Joyce until later in my life. I do wonder if I would have appreciated him in middle school? I think he would have given me so much life. Well, what’sContinue reading “James Joyce Inspo”
James Joyce on Writing
The important thing is not what we write but how we write, and in my opinion the modern writer must be an adventurer above all, willing to take every risk, and be prepared to founder in his effort if need be. In other words we must write dangerously. James Joyce via Blinkist.com I think thatContinue reading “James Joyce on Writing”
Novel Update
Book Three of my novel has been scrapped. I’m currently rewriting it. I’m not sure how my main character is getting to the end but I know what I want for an ending. So send me hope and snacks. I don’t feel very close to finished at all. Writing is rewriting. Mastering the art ofContinue reading “Novel Update”
Resources for Writers
Poets and Writers Magazine is one of my favorite magazines. I was always excited to receive this magazine in the mail. It’s nice to get things in the mail but what’s pretty cool is that they have free online resources too. Here’s a link to their website. Check it out. On their homepage they haveContinue reading “Resources for Writers”
Novel Frustrations
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. Maya Angelou I’m thinking about adding a character to my story and it’s really giving me a lot of trouble. I don’t have a clear idea who the character is or where to put them within the story. I know their role inContinue reading “Novel Frustrations”
Sharing
Feeling a little under the weather today. Tired achy headache blahh. Taking it easy this evening. I’m sure I’ll feel better tomorrow. Even though I’m taking it easy, I feel like it’s important to share something. I decided it might be fun to share my Creative Writing professor, Antoinette Brim-Bell’s work. I’m happy/excited to beContinue reading “Sharing”
Pixar’s 22 Rules of Storytelling
From https://screencraft.org/ ! This is awesome!! I had to make sure I shared it! Which number is your favorite? I appreciate number 17. Very wise words.
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