That That Might Not Be That Necessary
“That that that that writer used is unnecessary . . .” Many of my clients will tell you I have…
3 Things You Must Have in Your Novel’s First Paragraph
I gave you my spiel last time on plotting and planning your novel in advance. I promise not to smack…
No Writer Is an Island
Writing for Your Life is all about being part of a tribe or community of other authors who want to…
Each Thing Must Be the Same
Do you remember the old Sesame Street shows? I grew up singing that song that asks “Which of these things doesn’t belong?”…
Winging It with a Prayer
I’m going to spend a little time here talking about something that might cause some of you to bristle, and…
Grab a Hoe and Let’s Go
We live in a world that focuses on destinations, not journeys. You go to school to get a degree, then…
Proved vs. Proven
This week I’m going to keep it short. I hope you’ve been jotting down these weekly grammar and usage tips so…
First Paragraph, First Thoughts
We’re discussing the heart of your story and all the major elements you need to set up in your first…
The True Prize That Comes From a Significant Writing Life
I mentioned I have a desire for a new type of writing community—what I would call Writing for Your Life….