#20 — Small, repeating phrases Sometimes, small phrases end up repeating themselves. But if they're shortened, that will tighten up the story's prose. Here are some examples: Climbed up -> Climbed If you climb something, you're usually going up toward the top. So, can drop up and leave climbed by itself. I climbed up the … Continue reading Common writing mistakes #20
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3 questions to build your characters’ voices
One of my favorite panels from DV Con was about voice. The presenters brought up many powerful points. They mentioned questions to ask about your main character (MC). Preferably, you'd ask these questions before you begin writing. But if you're like me, you don't know your characters as well on the first draft, so this … Continue reading 3 questions to build your characters’ voices
Why I write
there's no greater movement inside of methan when their faces shine brightfrom something I've created from nothing the something may make me crymake me fall into self-doubtbut there's beauty from the pain the beauty brings smiles onto people's facesthe smiles give me a rushed feelingthe rushed feeling beckons me to write again my words could … Continue reading Why I write
Book review – How to Write Good (Spoiler Free)
“I’ve always set my expectations low and then been pleasantly surprised when a video did well. I’ve found that this is the best way to avoid being disappointed: Lowball yourself in life, and you’ll be fine.” Title: How to Write GoodAuthor: Ryan HigaGenre: Non-fictionPages: 224Publication date: May 30, 2017Publisher: Little Brown Books Ryan Higa wrote a … Continue reading Book review – How to Write Good (Spoiler Free)
Deadliest phrase for creative people
“Next, let’s critique Robin’s piece.” My college professor smiled as everyone in the class pulled out my piece, except me. I felt their eyes turn to me. It didn't help that we all sat in a circle, facing each other. I had nowhere to hide. My teacher might have said the title of my story … Continue reading Deadliest phrase for creative people
Book review – Lady Midnight (Spoiler Free)
“That's not the spirit of the law, Emma. Remember? The Law is hard, but it is the Law.""I thought it was 'the Law is annoying, but it is also flexible'.” Title: Lady Midnight Author: Cassandra Clare Genre: YA fantasy Pages: 698 Publication date: March 8, 2016 Publisher: Simon & Schuster As Cassandra Clare always does, she … Continue reading Book review – Lady Midnight (Spoiler Free)
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