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5 Ways of Balancing Your Writerly Life — A Writer’s Path

by Michael Cristiano One of the biggest challenges I have as a writer has very little to with writing and very much to do with time and motivation. After spending eight hours at a 9-to-5, writing often gets left out of the weekday equation, especially when other commitments like personal upkeep, maintaining relationships, […] via 5… Continue reading 5 Ways of Balancing Your Writerly Life — A Writer’s Path

Help! My Characters Are All Too Similar! 5 Tips to Make Them Distinct — A Writer’s Path

by Roz Morris I’ve been asked this question twice recently–in a conversation on G+ and by a student at my Guardian masterclass the other week. In both cases, the writers had encouraging feedback from agents, but one crucial criticism: the characters all seemed too similar. And probably this wasn’t surprising because of their story […] via… Continue reading Help! My Characters Are All Too Similar! 5 Tips to Make Them Distinct — A Writer’s Path

10 Commonly Misused Words in Writing — A Writer’s Path

by Laura Blackhurst The English language is one of the most complex in existence. With more words than any other language in the world, it is no wonder even native speakers don’t get it quite right all the time. Here’s a quick run down of my top ten most misused words. Some […] via 10 Commonly… Continue reading 10 Commonly Misused Words in Writing — A Writer’s Path

The Dreaded Question for Authors: What’s it About? — A Writer’s Path

by Doug Lewars Here we have the three most frustrating or even terrifying words for an author. “What’s it about?” via The Dreaded Question for Authors: What’s it About? — A Writer’s Path

Using Rhetorical Devices in Your Writing — A Writer’s Path

by ARHuelsenbeck Whether you write fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, rhetorical devices are among your most useful tools. Use them, and your writing will have specificity, emotional impact, color, and memorability. via Using Rhetorical Devices in Your Writing — A Writer’s Path

How to Not Strangle People Who Are More Successful Than You — A Writer’s Path

by Daniella Levy Poet and blogger Trish Hopkinson reposted an article I wrote about rejection and the value of hope. That article was a sort of precursor to this blog, and it made me feel very warm and fuzzy to see it popping up again. I got some really lovely responses to it […] via How… Continue reading How to Not Strangle People Who Are More Successful Than You — A Writer’s Path

NOVEL MOVIE: HOW TO BUY A HUSBAND, by Mary Barr

Narration: Allison Kampf Editor & Visual Design: Kimberly Villarruel Produced by Matthew Toffolo

NOVEL PROLOGUE READING: The Legends Of Mythrous, B.G. Myhan

BUY Film Online: Performed by Allison Kampf Kyle Halloway has never clashed swords with a foe in battle. He doesnt know a bullfox from an arachnird and he would rather play video games about dragons than meet one. His life consists of sports, TV, and avoiding his dads long winded talks about history. Kyle never… Continue reading NOVEL PROLOGUE READING: The Legends Of Mythrous, B.G. Myhan

Story Reading: KISSING FISH, by Kristen Andersen

Performed by Allison Kampf Kissing Fish is about an intense connection with nature, one’s mother, and deep feelings of love, joy, and confidence. It is based-on a dream memory of mine and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did dreaming it! —- Producer/Director: Matthew Toffolo http://www.matthewtoffolo.com Casting Director: Sean Ballantyne Editors: Kimberly… Continue reading Story Reading: KISSING FISH, by Kristen Andersen

5 Overused Words in Fiction — A Writer’s Path

by Kelsie Engen I’m deep in the throes of editing my current WIP right now, Broken Time, which is why my poor blog has been taking a backseat. And what this really means is that I’m deep into the nitty-gritty of grammar, word usage, syntax, and pretty much the non-glamorous aspects of writing. via 5 Overused… Continue reading 5 Overused Words in Fiction — A Writer’s Path