The Writer's PenCase
Don’t Break Promises to Readers
Nearly two years ago, when I finished my Craftsman class with DiAnn Mills, she recommended I get a book entitled…
February 25, 2016-
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life, UncategorizedAll Choked Up
Have you ever tried to impress people? Given that extra effort to stand out in the crowd, to get…
February 24, 2016 -
5 For WritingLocation, Location, Location: Doing Novel Research On-Site
NOTE—Doug Peterson’s previous blog, Do Your Research Right When You’re Writing Historical Fiction, discussed his research habits. This…
February 23, 2016 -
Grammar and GraceFive More Confusing Word Pairs
For the past couple of posts, we’ve been focusing on confusing word pairs. Today will continue with a few…
February 22, 2016 -
Talking CharacterThe Power of a Single Detail
In her book The Resolution for Women, Priscilla Shirer tells a story about a tassel. She was in the…
February 21, 2016 -
Pleasant Rosebud - Romantic SuspenseHIKER IN THE HOOD (Thomas Garet series)
Thomas Garet sat on the plain grass under a pine tree by the road and untied his shoe laces.…
February 20, 2016 -
Dear Young ScribesBuild a Platform & Increase Chances of Publication
“Does building a platform really increase chances of publication?” This is a question many beginning authors ask when they…
February 19, 2016 -
Polishing Your Message, UncategorizedA Shell of a Draft . . .
Shortly after moving to the Islands, a new habit easily became walking early on the beach. On one particular…
February 18, 2016 -
Things Every Writer Should Know, Writer EncouragementGetting Reviews Part 1
by Elaine Marie Cooper Many authors, both new and the more experienced, get discouraged when hunting for knowledgeable readers…
February 17, 2016 -
Blogging BasicsThree Problems With Comparison for New Bloggers
Particularly for new writers beginning the blogging journey, comparison can kill confidence and create problems. New bloggers often struggle with…
February 16, 2016 -
History in the MakingWhat Lincoln Teaches Us about Effective Writing in the Gettysburg Address
by Sandra Merville Hart With the celebration of Presidents Day this month, Americans may remember the very famous Gettysburg…
February 15, 2016 -
Create. Motivate. Inspire.Come Out Swinging: Fighting Fear as a Writer
The writer’s life is not for the faint of heart. There are moments that are downright scary. That first…
February 15, 2016 -
Developing Your Writer's Voice, UncategorizedResources for Finding Your Writer’s Voice
“I write only because there is a voice within me that will not be still.” –Sylvia Plath Are there…
February 14, 2016 -
Have Words, Will Travel....Travel Writing 101When the Love of Travel Takes On a New Meaning
There is no denying that February is the month of L-O-V-E so let’s do something a little different. Okay,…
February 13, 2016 -
Write JustifiedAre You Editing? or Editorializing?
Every writer needs an editor or at least a proofreader. Even experienced writers benefit from another pair of eyes…
February 12, 2016 -
Journeying through the Writer's LifeTime to Write—The Best Gift You Can Give Yourself
We writers are an odd lot. We’re driven to write, spending time composing poetry, writing books, researching articles. We…
February 11, 2016 -
Grammar and GraceUnderstanding Lie and Lay
We’ll take a break from adding more confusing words to our list this time and focus only on…
February 9, 2016 -
The Ministry of WritingCharacter Over Completion
I work like a mad scientist. When I am working on a writing project I am all in —…
February 8, 2016 -
StoryworldAcquiring Things of Value
When writing a speculative fiction novel, determine what the things of value are in your world. Water, food, shelter-building resources,…
February 7, 2016 -
Fresh Voices Writing ContestFresh Voices Contest – Short Story Finalists and Winner
Congratulations to our finalists in Short Story! Fox Quest – Sarah Zuehkle A Child And A Nightlight – Heidi Melo A Family for…
February 6, 2016 -
The Efficiency AddictUsing Pinterest for Writing Research
Pinterest for Writers – Part 1 If you’ve heard about Pinterest and think it’s only for women or crafters,…
February 6, 2016 -
Fresh Voices Writing Contest
Fresh Voices Contest – Novel and Non-fiction Combined Categories
Congratulations to our finalists in Novel and Non-fiction! Dreaming of Darkness – PJ Lightning The Least of These –…
February 5, 2016 -
Fresh Voices Writing Contest
Fresh Voices Contest – Novella Winner
Congratulations to our Novella Category Winner! Carol of the Rooms – Diana Leagh Matthews Play On, Jordan – Iola…
February 5, 2016 -
A Pinch of PoetryPoet Snapshot: Langston Hughes
I fell in love with Langston Hughes’ poetry when only a teenager in high school. Still today, I enjoy…
February 5, 2016 -
Fresh Voices Writing Contest
Fresh Voices Article Contest Finalists and Winner
Congratulations to our Article Category Finalists and Winner! We Can’t Go Back – Curt Lovelace Suffering Is For A Lot Of Things – Sandra…
February 4, 2016
