Every year I try and read a couple of books on the writing craft. I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but, honestly, I
Category: character
Whoa, an epiphany in writing dialogue
In one of my favorite books on graphic design, The Non-Designer’s Design Book, Robin Williams presents the concept of being able to name something so
What I’m learning as I write my novel, part 2
In my previous blog entry, I began listing some things I’m learning as I write my current novel. Here are some more: Let the story
What I’m learning as I write my novel
When I say I’ve written six novels, this is what I really mean: I’ve written the rough draft of six novels. Sure I like to
Writing blog roundup: make trouble, right choices, wrong words, when writing, writer’s block
Articles on writing I’ve read lately: Make trouble for your character. When in doubt, make trouble for your character. How to make the right choices for
Writing Blog Roundup: brain function, life tips, first page, three stages, writing sequence
Some blog articles on writing I’ve read recently: Brain function ‘boosted for days after reading a novel’ Being pulled into the world of a gripping
