Now, I know it's kind of an odd hour to be up and posting... but, you know, I do my best work after midnight, so whether you're a late-nighter like me and get to see this before you go to bed, or you're the complete opposite and wake up before 2 pm to read all …
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Time to talk genres
So, I've kind of maybe figured out a lil' secret in the world of genres... First of all, think of one of your absolute favorite books, movies, or TV shows. Or, alternatively, think of a really popular book, movie, or TV show. The example I like to use is Star Wars. (Bare with me if …
I GOTTA WRITE THIS DOWN
Okay, guys, sorry for the late post this week, but I've been sick. Again. Of course. Now, I saw this in a book I was reading for my creative writing class... and then I was like, hey, I do that, too, and I have a feeling I'm not the only one. I mean, clearly I'm …
Writing tips: On character quirks
Hey guys! So, I haven't covered any writing tips in a while, and this is one I've been wanting to discuss for some time now. Now, what are character... "quirks"? And, more importantly, why should you use them? Character quirks, in my definition, are those little things that make a character unique. And, not just …
8 Questions… answered by the author.
Hey guys, I'm back with more about my newest novel! Yee! Here's a short interview (with myself) about that new book (In Between)! And be sure to check the end of this post for a special free offer... 1. How does this book compare to your previous ones? Would you consider writing another in this …
THE Ultimate Link Compilation List!
OF IN BETWEEN!!! I know, I had to draw you in with something. But, seriously, give me a chance and don't back out just yet. My third book, In Between, was released on August 24th, and it is now available on, really, just about every online book retailer out there. However, even I don't know …
And the countdown ENDS with… 1!!!
OHMYGODOHMYGODOHMYGODOHMYGODDDDD... IT'S FINALLY ALMOST ACTUALLY HERE!!! LET'S GET PUMPED Y'ALL! Oh, gosh... where should we even take this post today? Bonus fun facts? Short manuscript excerpts? Or... the official book description? Oh, yes, today is the day y'all will finally (maybe) figure out what this lil' piece of work is really about... And why this …
Did you used to have an imaginary friend?
I have an interesting food-for-thought kind of post to share today, and it involves childhood imaginary friends. (This show used to be the bomb, too.) So, I had a few imaginary friends when I was a kid. The first I had before I can even remember much of anything, and I only know she once …
Why you need to explore genres
Both as a writer AND a reader. And, if you're wondering, when I'm talking about "genres", I'm talking about... the category of written work. Fiction vs. nonfiction, horror vs. rom-com, realistic fiction vs. fantasy... that sort of thing. So, you probably... actually definitely already have a favorite genre. And that's okay; I do, too! And your …
Perfection: Poems vs. Stories
Here's something to think a bit about. The words of your poems are perfect before you physically write them; those of your stories are perfected after they've been written. Yes, I came up with that... haha. But, seriously, think about it. When you decide to sit down and write a poem (or rather don't decide …
