A language fail is the worst kind of fail, especially if you're a public speaker or a writer. From Travis Bradberry's list of 20 commonly misused English words, these often trip me … Continue reading >>
Ali Luke’s guest column on "10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Dialogue" on Write To Done made me reflect on the things I've learned about dialogue over the years. There are easy ways for improving your … Continue reading >>
You wrote a book!
You want it published! Now!
Congratulations! I've felt that same excitement. However, I urge you to resist that impulse to self-publish right away.
I know you're excited and, trust … Continue reading >>
Nancy Pontificated
I'll never forget the time a line of dialogue in a Nancy Drew book that ended ...Nancy pontificated. I laughed out loud. Everyone knows Nancy Drew has strong opinions. She's always … Continue reading >>
How much research does a writer need to do while they're actively writing? Won't it slow down the writing process?
Research while plotting
An interview in "The Big Thrill" with thriller author … Continue reading >>
Helen Peppe's memoir, Pigs Can't Swim, is a pinnacle of family dysfunction: funny, heart wrenching, stupefying and sometimes infuriating. Her parents' insistence on nonsensical rules, old wive's tales … Continue reading >>