Stuck? We’ve all been there. The scene isn’t working and you know it. You are stuck on a scene and seeking a way out. You may know what needs to occur (like I did this week) but hate the way … Read More
Let’s talk about conflict between characters. (This subject may seem familiar to those of you currently on my mailing list. I promise you new content in my blog as well but wanted to introduce the blog readers to the types … Read More
A year later a post of my thoughts regarding covid, empty nesting and family. First A Note –I made myself a promise that the newsletters for the rest of the year would deal primarily with character creation and writing. So … Read More
I’ve done a lot of scary things in my life. I’ve fought cancer. I’ve fought covid-19. I’ve walked on stage in front of thousands of people. I’ve starred in plays and musicals. I’ve spoken to audiences from as small as … Read More
I met two cancer survivors yesterday. After months of not being called to help I was asked twice in one day. This used to happen more often. Someone would ask if I would talk to another person or to them … Read More
How can we be on week four of #NaNoWriMo already? Is it flying by for you, too? New president elect, one week from 11 million sick to 12 million sick, (WEAR A MASK, PEOPLE) and I have worked on 2 … Read More
Can we just chat for a minute? If you have followed me for a bit you know that I don’t believe in writer’s block. I seem to suffer from the other side of the equation. I have too many ideas! … Read More
I don’t believe in writer’s block. But I did get stuck this week. I am writing a middle grade book. This book is for a 9-12 year old reader who could be as young as 6 or 7 or as … Read More
If you are here for the writing, stay tuned…writing a post now for you! Thoughts on covid and the lessons of being a cancer survivor. I am a spiritual person, perhaps a religious one depending on your definition of … Read More