Hey writers! Question: Why do you write? Is it to get revenge on the one who did you wrong? To prove a point to the teacher that never understood you? To show a different perspective to a common belief? To tell the story of someone who practiced a different belief or faith than they were […]
Writing Tip Tuesday: Find Your Writing Space
This week’s writing tip is all about finding a special place to make your own “writing space.” There are times when inspiration sparks and I can stop what I’m doing, wherever I am and sit down and write. Other times, in order to fully concentrate, I need to be tucked away with no distractions. It doesn’t matter if it’s outside […]
Writing Tip Tuesday: Do It For You
One of the most important things to remember when you are a writer is to always do it for yourself. Ideally, writing should bring you happiness. If you are just doing it strictly for the money or making a name for yourself, instead of writing for the joy and satisfaction you get from doing it, […]
Writing Tip Tuesday: What You Want To Read
You know when you’re reading and you become so engulfed in the story that you can’t put it down? This is the exact feeling I want people to have when they’re reading something that I’ve written. “Write something that you want to read,” is excellent advice for a writer. While you’re writing, if you […]
Writing Tip Tuesday: Common Mistakes
As a writer, I’m sure I’m not alone when it comes to my feelings on misusing words and sloppy grammar. What a huge pet peeve; but it happens to the best of us. Sometimes when I’m writing, I get so far into the zone that when I go back to edit I am shocked at […]
Write On.
When in doubt, Write On. *Graphic from teresashieldsparker.com