Remember the game show “So you want to be a millionaire?” Contestants were allowed to phone a friend for help. I ran a game like that when when I taught 6th grade literature. We would discuss the reading and I … Read More
So there is a #wearyourpajamastoworkday…and it is today… Let’s turn this into a character question. As an author I write in my pj’s, my workout gear (shout out to @athleta for the majority of my wardrobe) and regular jeans and … Read More
Today I am giving you the best tip! How to layer your physical description for more depth, higher stakes, and deeper engagement of your readers. Building worlds is something we all do, not just fantasy writers. Sci fi and … Read More
Do you know how to make a croissant? There is a link below but basically you chill your dough and your butter then you layer the two and fold and roll the dough then chill again. Every few hours you … Read More
SCBWI weekend is over and my head is full of ideas! One of the great takeaways from this event was from Jem Chambers-Black from Andrea Brown Literary Agency. She gave a wonderful talk, and in it described what she asks … Read More
My plan for the year was simple– 1.finish my wip draft and send it to my editor by March 23 2. preplot a novel 3. map the plot of my first draft of another novel–this is one I had worked … Read More
I am just about to hit send on my manuscript to my editor. I have a few quick steps to take first which I will share with you here. And a few tips on how to make it easier. I … Read More
Do you take vacation writing days from your WIP? I don’t mean a vacation from writing but a vacation from your WIP. I was discussing writer’s block with an author over dms recently and I realized that this was the … Read More
Today I want to throw my book across the room. As it is firmly ensconced in my computer I will not do that. I am stuck, sort of. I feel I am second guessing every line if not every word. … Read More
I am a total research geek. I am also proud of it! I love research, find it fascinating and easy to do. Here are 5 Tips for doing research and a bit about how I do mine. Most … Read More