There’s a common phrase – Nobody’s perfect. We’ve all heard it or said it at some time or another. Mostly … More
Category: fictionwriting
Location, Location, Location
While important in real estate, setting is also a major factor in writing. Location can be just background, a stage … More
Breaking free of the Research Loop
I will be the first to admit that I like research.I like reading up on all the little details. Whether … More
To Outline or Not to Outline…
This is one of those questions that gets asked a lot. I have friends who swear by their outlines and … More
What’s in a name?
Names are important tools for writers. They can be obvious or subtle indications of a character’s role in the story. … More
Getting Started (with a new Character)
I am often asked how I start a writing project. Or where I start a writing project. Mostly because starting … More