3 Life Lessons I Learned from Writer’s Block
As I work on this draft of Tether, I’ve run into some stumbling blocks. I know the main points of the story, but have had some trouble connecting the dots in a way that makes sense and seems organic to the story I’ve told so far. Last night, I was browsing through reference books…
Why I Write
I write for the underdogs, the misfits, the I-don’t-fit-ins. I write because when I was younger, I felt alienated and alone, and one of the few ways I felt like I belonged was when I was immersed in a good book, or transported by a movie or TV show. I write in the hope that…
We Write to Expose the Unexposed
“We write to expose the unexposed. If there is one door in the castle you have been told not to go through, you must. Otherwise, you’ll just be rearranging furniture in rooms you’ve already been in. Most human beings are dedicated to keeping that one door shut. But the writer’s job is to see what’s…
Writing a Novel 20 Minutes at a Time
Think I’m kidding? I’m not. Years ago, I learned an important tool known as “timed writing.” While Kelly Morgan didn’t invent it, she’s the one who taught it to me, and I’m forever grateful. If you aren’t familiar with the method, it involves you, a writing instrument, and a timer. Willingness helps, but it’s not…
Powerful Words
Four of the most powerful words in the English language: I’ll figure it out.