- MFA or DIY?
Are you in that awkward stage where you know you aren’t a beginner anymore, but you know your writing isn’t quite professional yet? It’s okay. No need to raise a hand or own that. I was in this stage a couple of years ago, and I had no idea what to do. My work was…
- Engage Your Readers with Dialog
Since most people know how to communicate, whether with their voice, hands, or a keyboard, how hard can it be to construct a scene where two or more characters are conversing? Actually, this presents a challenge to some authors because they don’t realize how boring written conversations can be to the reader. Since readers are…
- Change Up Your Writing Habits
January is, as we all know, a good time to reevaluate our habits—modifying habits that need improvement, jettisoning those that are harming us, and congratulating ourselves on those that are working. This applies to our writing habits just as much as our exercise, dietary, or well-being and self-improvement habits. If you’re looking to improve your…